contrabass
pronunciation
How to pronounce contrabass in British English: UK [ˈkɒntrəbeɪs]
How to pronounce contrabass in American English: US [ˈkɑntrəbeɪs]
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- Noun:
- largest and lowest member of the violin family
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- Adjective:
- pitched an octave below normal bass instrumental or vocal range
Word Origin
Example
- 1. A brass instrument resembling a tuba but with a lower pitch ; a bass or contrabass tuba .