composition
Translation
composition, essay, piece of music, makeup
Examples
The chemical composition of the water is tested.
The chemical composition of the water is tested.
She wrote a composition for her English class.
She wrote a composition for her English class.
He played a beautiful musical composition.
He played a beautiful musical composition.
Grammar Patterns
((the composition of sth.)) the way sth. is made up of different parts The chemical composition of the water is tested.
((a composition)) a piece of writing or music She wrote a composition for her English class.
Similar Words
Synonyms: structure, makeup, essay, piece
Etymology
From Latin 'com-' (together) + 'ponere' (to put). The act of 'putting together'.
Memory Tips
A musical 'composition' is made by 'putting together' notes. An essay 'composition' is made by 'putting together' words.