Puccinian
/pʊˈtʃiːnɪən/adjective
Of or belonging to Puccini; relating to or characteristic of his operas; specifically melodic, richly orchestral, lyrical; excessively operatic; conventionally dramatic or sentimental.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Musical Times. From the name of Giacomo Puccini, Italian operatic composer + -an.
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