Definition of Downbeat

1. Noun. The first beat of a musical measure (as the conductor's arm moves downward).

Generic synonyms: Beat, Musical Rhythm, Rhythm

Definition of Downbeat

1. the first beat of a musical measure [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Downbeat

dowlne
dowlnes
dowlney
dowls
down
down
Down's syndrome
Down's syndrome
down(a)
down(p)
down-and-out
down-bow
down-regulation
down-to-earth
downa
downbeat (current term)
downbeats
downbeat nystagmus
downbound
downbow
downbows
downburst
downbursts
downcast
downcast
downcasts
downcome
downcomes
downcourt
downdraft

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