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detune

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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • /diːˈtjuːn/
    • /diːˈtjuːn/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • /diːˈtjuːn/

Definitions of detune word

  • verb detune to change the pitch of (a stringed instrument), whether for musical or maintenance purposes 3
  • verb detune to change the resonant frequency of (an electronic circuit) such that it no longer matches that of the incoming signal 3
  • verb detune to blunt the edges of the ends of (skis or a snowboard), in order to make turning easier for the skier (or snowboarder) 3
  • noun detune Cause (a musical instrument) to become out of tune. 1
  • verb detune (music) To intentionally lower or raise the pitch produced by a musical instrument. Often done to produce sounds not normally possible, or in the case of stringed instruments to reduce tension for the purposes of shipping or maintenance. 0
  • verb detune (electronics) To alter the capacitance of a circuit such that its resonant frequency differs from the incoming frequency. 0

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Parts of speech for Detune

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detune popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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