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chord
chord
/ˈkɔrd/
noun
(
)
A combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together
(
chord
)
a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together
The pianist struck a resonant chord, setting the mood for the concert.
The pianist struck a resonant chord, setting the mood for the concert.
(
)
A straight line connecting two points on a curve
(
chord
)
a straight line connecting two points on a curve
The architect drew a chord to determine the curve's exact measurements.
The architect drew a chord to determine the curve's exact measurements.
verb
(music) bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing
(
chord
,
harmonise
[British]
,
harmonize
)
(music) bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing
(music) play chords on (a stringed instrument)
(
chord
)
(music) play chords on (a stringed instrument)
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