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"the smallest melodic unit which has a pattern; consist of one or more beats (and/or sub-beats). (Sotavalta)." [1]
Synonyms: melodic figure
Reference: [1] Broughton WB. Glossarial Index. In: Acoustic Behavior of Animals. Elsevier; 1963.
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Ed Baker (2026) Bioacoustics & Ecoacoustics Glossary (https://glossary.acousti.cloud/). Accessed on October 6, 2026, 11:15 pm.