o.i.’tä.vä

Definitions

1. noun

The eighth and final movement of a sonata, typically a coda.

“The oitava of the symphony brought the entire audience to its feet.”

2. noun

A division of eight, especially in music.

“The choir divided into oitavas for their complex performance.”

3. adjective

Eighth in order or position.

“The oitava sonata is the final movement of the piece.”