Sourdine
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sʊəˈdiːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sourdine is a noun meaning (music, historical) A muted trumpet.
Meaning
(music, historical) A muted trumpet.
More Meanings
- (music, historical) A mute; a damper.
- Muffled, muted; subdued.
Example Sentences
The streets had been considerably quieter in the sourdine Past.
Word Forms
- sourdines
Synonyms for sourdine
Depending on context, synonyms include sordino.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sordino, sordono, sonorophone, sifflet, suona, trompe.
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