n.

1. 【音】对位法，旋律配合法[U]；对位旋律[C]
2. 对比物；相互作用物[U]

n.

1. Music  the technique of setting, writing, or playing a melody or melodies in conjunction with another, according to fixed rules.
   ▸a melody played in conjunction with another.
2. a thing forming a pleasing or notable contrast with something else.

v.

1. Music  add counterpoint to (a melody).
2. emphasize by contrast.
3. compensate for.