Detune
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Detune is a verb meaning (engineering) To alter the resonant frequency of a tuned system so that it is slightly different from a specified target frequency.
Meaning
(engineering) To alter the resonant frequency of a tuned system so that it is slightly different from a specified target frequency.
More Meanings
- (music) To intentionally lower or raise the pitch produced by a musical instrument, often to produce sounds not normally possible, or to reduce tension in a stringed instrument for the purpose of shipping or maintenance.
Example Sentences
Some avant-garde composers request that performers detune their instruments before playing.
Word Forms
- detunes
- detuning
- detuned
- de-tune
Synonyms for detune
Depending on context, synonyms include untune.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include downtune, distune, drop, untune, flat, downtone.
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