mode
Pronunciation:
/məʊd//moʊd/noun
Definitions
One of several ancient Greek scales.
One of several common scales in modern Western music, one of which corresponds to the modern major scale and one to the natural minor scale.
A particular means of accomplishing something.
Example: What was the mode of entry?
A particular state of being, or frame of mind.
Example: After a series of early setbacks, her political campaign is in crisis mode.