Definition of "adagio" in English

noun

1. (music) A tempo mark directing that a passage is to be played rather slowly, leisurely and gracefully.

2. (music) A passage having this mark.

3. (dance) A male-female duet or mixed trio ballet displaying demanding balance, spins and/or lifts.

adverb

1. (music) Played rather slowly.

adjective

1. (music) Describing a passage having this mark.