tuned
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/tjuːnd/
(tune)
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 'a sound or tone', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'adjusting to a correct pitch'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'tune'.
He tuned the guitar before the performance.
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Adjective 1
adjusted to the correct or desired pitch or frequency.
The radio was perfectly tuned to the station.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 15:16