attunement
|at-tune-ment|
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/əˈtjuːnmənt/
(attune)
in harmony
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attunement' originates from the verb 'attune', which comes from the prefix 'at-' meaning 'to' and 'tune' meaning 'to bring into harmony'.
Historical Evolution
'attune' evolved from the Old English word 'tune', which meant 'a musical sound'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring into harmony', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of making harmonious or compatible.
The attunement of the orchestra was crucial for the performance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45