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|voice|
/vɔɪs/
(voice)
vocal sound
Etymology
'voice' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'vois/voix', ultimately from Latin 'vox, voc-' meaning 'voice'.
'voice' changed from Latin 'vox' to Old French 'voix' (or 'vois') and then entered Middle English as 'vois/voise' before becoming the modern English word 'voice'.
Initially it meant 'a sound, cry or utterance' (from Latin 'vox'); over time it broadened to include 'expression of opinion' and musical 'parts' in addition to the physical sound.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the sound produced by humans (or animals) when speaking or singing.
The choir's voices) blended beautifully.
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Noun 2
an expressed opinion or the right/opportunity to express an opinion (e.g., 'many voices called for change').
Citizens' voices) were heard at the town hall meeting.
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Noun 3
a distinct melodic or harmonic part in music (e.g., soprano voice, alto voice).
The soprano and alto voices) moved in harmony.
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