inaccurately-tuned
|in-ac-cu-rate-ly-tuned|
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/ɪnˈækjərətli tjuːnd/
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/ɪnˈækjʊrətli tjuːnd/
incorrectly adjusted
Etymology
'inaccurately-tuned' originates from the combination of 'inaccurate' and 'tuned', where 'inaccurate' means 'not correct' and 'tuned' refers to 'adjusted to the correct pitch'.
The term 'inaccurately-tuned' evolved from the need to describe musical instruments or devices that were not set to the correct pitch or frequency.
Initially, it referred specifically to musical instruments, but over time it has been used more broadly to describe any device or system not set correctly.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not adjusted or set correctly, often resulting in poor performance or sound quality.
The piano was inaccurately-tuned, making it difficult to play a harmonious melody.
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Last updated: 2025/06/07 09:07