Etymology

toccata

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Today it means: A piece of music (usually for a keyboard instrument) designed to emphasise the dexterity of the performer. Full definition →

Italian toccata
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  1. Italian · borrowed fromtoccata
  2. Italian · borrowed fromtoccata
  3. English todaytoccata

Borrowed from Italian toccata.

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