detune
|de-tune|
B2
🇺🇸
/diːˈtuːn/
🇬🇧
/diːˈtjuːn/
alter tuning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'detune' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'reverse' or 'remove' and the word 'tune' from Old English 'tune' meaning 'a musical sound'.
Historical Evolution
'detune' evolved from the combination of 'de-' and 'tune', maintaining its meaning related to altering musical or mechanical settings.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove tuning', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to adjust a musical instrument so that it is not in tune.
The guitarist decided to detune his guitar for a unique sound.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 14:20