# intermezzo

> English word · Noun · IPA /ɪntəˈmɛtsəʊ/ · frequency rank #93,832

## Definitions
1. A short piece of music or act in the interval of the main spectacle; a theatrical interlude.
2. A palate cleanser; a small snack with a bright light neutral taste; a fruit; a fresh sparkling wine; or a fruity or milky cocktail; that is served between courses in a meal.
3. A tactical move which interrupts the execution of the current plan.

## Etymology
Borrowed from Italian intermezzo. Doublet of intermede and intermedium

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/intermezzo