Where does “overture” come from?
Overture comes from Middle English overture, from Middle French overture, from Old French overture, derived from the Old French suffix -ure added to Latin apertus, meaning open.
overture (English): An opening; a recess or chamber; Disclosure;...
Definitions
- An opening; a recess or chamber; Disclosure;...
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