Word: counterline
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: coun
ter
line
Definition: A secondary melody that contrasts with the main melody and is played at the same time.
Morphemes:
Affix: counter-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: in opposition to
Etymology Compounds: Affix: contra
Language: la
Decoded: contra
Meaning: against
Affix: line
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: One of the straight horizontal and parallel prolonged strokes on and between which the notes are placed.