Melody

Melody

Noun · /ˈmɛlədi/

Definition

A sequence of single musical notes arranged in an expressive and memorable pattern; the leading tune in a piece of music as distinct from harmony or rhythm; by extension, any pleasing succession of sounds or words.

Origin

From Old French mélodie, from Late Latin melodia, from Greek melōidia — singing, chanting — from melos (song, tune) + ōidē (song, ode). In English since the thirteenth century.