"oversouling" meaning in All languages combined

See oversouling on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: over- + soul + -ing, coined by the music journalist and producer Jerry Wexler. Etymology templates: {{confix|en|over|soul|ing}} over- + soul + -ing Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} oversouling (uncountable)
  1. (music, derogatory) The excessive use of melisma in singing. Wikipedia link: Jerry Wexler Tags: derogatory, uncountable Categories (topical): Music

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