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Debussy
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A French surname, most famously borne by the composer Claude Debussy.
"Debussy's piano pieces are known for their dreamlike, impressionistic sound."
2
A crater on the planet Mercury, named in honor of the composer.
"Debussy is one of several craters on Mercury named after artists and musicians."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost commonly refers to the French composer Claude Debussy.
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Etymology
A French surname, borrowed into English usage mainly through the fame of the composer.