ripieno

noun

ri·​pie·​no ri-ˈpyā-(ˌ)nō 

-ˈpye-

plural ripieni ri-ˈpyā-(ˌ)nē 

-ˈpye-

or ripienos

: tutti

Examples of ripieno in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

A few decades ago, these strings were usually multiple players on each part, creating more contrast between the soloists and the ripieno, as well as adding sonic heft to the works. —San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2019

Word History

Etymology

Italian, literally, filled up

First Known Use

circa 1930, in the meaning defined above