Definitions

1. noun

A girl’s name, the Spanish equivalent of Carmine.

“Her name is Carmen, and she is a beautiful dancer.”

2. noun

A woman’s name of Spanish origin, derived from carme, meaning ‘garden’ or ‘orchard’.

“The opera ‘Carmen’ tells the story of a woman named Carmen.”

3. noun

The main theme or subject of a piece of music, often the title of the work.

“The carmen of the symphony is a beautiful tribute to nature.”

4. proper noun

The title of a famous opera by Georges Bizet, first performed in 1875.

“Carmen is considered one of the greatest operas of all time.”