What does endpin mean?
Endpin means (music, lutherie) The spike of a cello or double bass that makes contact with the floor and supports the weight of the instrument..
Endpin
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(music, lutherie) The spike of a cello or double bass that makes contact with the floor and supports the weight of the instrument..
Definitions by Sense
- (music, lutherie) The spike of a cello or double bass that makes contact with the floor and supports the weight of the instrument.
- (lutherie) Synonym of endbutton.
Example Sentences
Among the ensemble’s strange, outmoded, “original” instruments — the feral horns, sour violins, wooden flutes, cellos without endpins — she seemed right at home, despite her Broadway provenance.
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Word Forms
- endpins
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for endpin?
Common synonyms include endbutton.
What is the opposite of endpin?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use endpin in a sentence?
Among the ensemble’s strange, outmoded, “original” instruments — the feral horns, sour violins, wooden flutes, cellos without endpins — she seemed right at home, despite her Broadway provenance.
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