Definitions

1. noun

a musical term indicating a stringed instrument should be plucked with the fingers rather than with a bow

“The violinist played a beautiful pizzicato melody.”

2. adjective

characterized by plucking with the fingers

“The pizzicato rhythm added a playful touch to the dance.”

3. verb

to pluck a stringed instrument with the fingers

“She pizzicato the violins to create a lively sound.”