tune
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/tuːn/
🇬🇧
/tjuːn/
melody or adjustment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tune' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'ton,' where 'ton' meant 'sound' or 'tone.'
Historical Evolution
'ton' transformed into the Middle English word 'tune,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tune.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sound' or 'tone,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'melody' or 'to adjust.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to adjust a musical instrument to the correct pitch.
He tuned the guitar before the performance.
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