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timbre

noun C2
MEANING IN ENGLISH

the character or quality of a musical sound or voice as distinct from its pitch and intensity

In context

01

Her operatic vocals were distinguished by an exceptionally rich and velvety timbre.

02

Her voice had a warm timbre that soothed the audience.

Synonyms

tone,sound quality,pitch

Collocations

rich timbre,vocal timbre,warm timbre

Sources

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