tune
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/tjuːn/
English
Definitions
noun
- A melody.
- A song, or short musical composition.
- The act of tuning or maintenance.“Your engine needs a good tune.”
- The state or condition of being correctly tuned.“This piano is not in tune.”
verb
- To adjust (a musical instrument) so that it produces the correct pitches.“to tune a piano or a violin”
- To adjust or modify (esp. a mechanical or electrical device) so that it functions optimally.“Tune your mind, and anything becomes possible.”
- To adjust the frequency on a radio or TV set, so as to receive the desired channel.“Tune to Channel 6 for all your favourite daytime shows.”
- (e.g. of senses or faculties) To adapt to or direct towards a particular target.“My ears were tuned to the sounds of the forest.”
interjection
- Used to show appreciation or approval of a song.“You heard the new Rizzle Kicks song? — Tune!”
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Synonyms
melodytune uplinestrainairmelodic linemelodic phrasesingingsongtoneattunedchansonchorusrhythmmusiclilt