toned-down
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/toʊnd daʊn/
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/təʊnd daʊn/
(tone down)
reduced intensity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tone down' originates from the English word 'tone,' which comes from the Latin word 'tonus,' meaning 'sound' or 'tone.'
Historical Evolution
'tone' evolved from the Latin 'tonus' through Old French 'ton' and eventually became the modern English word 'tone.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'tone' referred to sound or musical pitch, but over time it evolved to include the idea of adjusting intensity or strength.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
reduced in intensity, strength, or force; made less extreme or intense.
The artist presented a toned-down version of his original painting.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45