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Definition of counterpointing:

(n) : (music) A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
(n) : Any similar contrasting element in a work of art.
(v) : (transitive) To serve as an opposing point against.
(n) : An opposite point.
(v) : (transitive) To compose or arrange such music.
(n) : Obsolete form of counterpane. [The topmost covering of a bed, often functioning as a blanket; a coverlet, bedspread.]

Definition of counterpointing:

(n) : (music) A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
(n) : Any similar contrasting element in a work of art.
(v) : (transitive) To serve as an opposing point against.
(n) : An opposite point.
(v) : (transitive) To compose or arrange such music.
(n) : Obsolete form of counterpane. [The topmost covering of a bed, often functioning as a blanket; a coverlet, bedspread.]

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