bass
/beɪs/noun
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A low spectrum of sound tones.
Example: Peter adjusted the equalizer on his audio equipment to emphasize the bass.
A section of musical group that produces low-pitched sound, lower than the baritone and tenor.
Example: The conductor preferred to situate the bass in the middle rear, rather than to one side of the orchestra.
One who sings in the bass range.
Example: Halfway through middle school, Edgar morphed from a soprano to a bass, much to the amazement and amusement of his fellow choristers.
An instrument that plays in the bass range, in particular a double bass, bass guitar, electric bass or bass synthesiser.
Example: The musician swung the bass over his head like an axe and smashed it into the amplifier, creating a discordant howl of noise.
verb
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To sound in a deep tone.
adjective
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Of sound, a voice or an instrument, low in pitch or frequency.
Example: The giant spoke in a deep, bass, rumbling voice that shook me to my boots.