Bitonal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /baɪˈtəʊnəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Bitonal is an adjective meaning (music, of a musical instrument) That has two tonic centres simultaneously.
Meaning
(music, of a musical instrument) That has two tonic centres simultaneously.
More Meanings
- (music) Of or pertaining to bitonality
- Of two tones, or shades of colour.
Example Sentences
bitonal image
Near-synonyms: binary, 1-bit
So there we were, this black bro' frisks me down with his bitonal paw and relieves me of my wallet.
Synonyms for bitonal
Depending on context, synonyms include binary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include polytonal, biphonic, bichord, vertical, polytonic, monotimbral.
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