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Accidental

Adjective

Definition:

Happening by chance, unintentionally, or unexpectedly

Examples:

  1. A verdict of accidental death
  2. The damage might have been accidental

Synonyms:

  • Fortuitous
  • Chance
  • Occurring by chance/accident
  • Adventitious

Accidental

Noun

Definition:

A sign indicating a momentary departure from the key signature by raising or lowering a note

Examples:

  1. Horn parts are usually written without key signature, the necessary accidentals being added

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