Meaning of the word libretto in English

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libretto

US /lɪˈbret̬.oʊ/

UK /lɪˈbret̬.oʊ/

the text of an opera or other long vocal work.

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The composer collaborated with a poet to write the libretto for the new opera.

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The director made some changes to the libretto to fit the modern interpretation.

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