Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary · 1913

Cantabile

Cantabile , adjective

[Italian, cantare to sing.]

(Music) In a melodious, flowing style; in a singing style, as opposed to bravura, recitativo, or parlando.

Cantabile , noun

(Music) A piece or passage, whether vocal or instrumental, peculiarly adapted to singing; -- sometimes called cantilena.