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beauty and the beast

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  • phrase Two individuals, usually but not necessarily romantically involved, where one is perceived to be considerably more attractive than the other.
  • phrase music An aesthetic in heavy metal, etc. that contrasts "angelic" female vocals with male growls or aggressive singing.

Etymologies

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From the traditional fairy tale. See Beauty and the Beast at Wikipedia.

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