refrains

Meanings

• noun

  A line or lines of a poem or song that are repeated at regular intervals.

  - "The refrain in this song is 'Oh, Jingle Bells, Jingle All the Way'."
  - "The poet often used the refrain 'to be or not to be' in Hamlet."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with refrains
reins , rains , chains

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Variants

List of all variants of refrains that leads to same result
refrain , refrained , refraining , refrainment , refrainments , refrains

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Etymology

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From Old French refraingner, meaning 'to repeat'.

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Trivia

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1. Refrains were commonly used in medieval poetry and ballads to help audiences remember the story being told.

2. The refrain in the nursery rhyme 'Ring a Ring o' Roses' is believed to refer to the symptoms of the Black Death.

3. The refrain in the traditional English folk song 'Oranges and Lemons' is 'You ring at the bell for a penny, You ring at the bell for a penny, You answer 'Who is there?' and I answer 'Oranges and Lemons, Oranges and Lemons, You ring at the bell for a penny, You ring at the bell for a penny, You answer 'Who is there?' and I answer 'Oranges and Lemons'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Chorus: A recurring line or lines in a poem or song, often sung by the entire group in a musical performance.

2. Repeating pattern: A pattern or sequence that is repeated throughout a work, such as a refrain or a motif.

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Culture

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In literature and music, refrains are used to emphasize themes, create rhythm, and provide a sense of closure. They can also serve as a chorus in songs.

How to Memorize "refrains"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the refrain as a catchy phrase or melody that sticks in your mind.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the refrain with a memorable image or situation to help remember its meaning and context.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use a mnemonic device, such as an acronym or a rhyme, to help remember the refrain and its meaning.

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