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Meaning of tone down

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

tone down

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To relax; to make quieter or less obtrusive; to make milder.

    Example: Ask them to tone down that orange and pink color scheme a bit.

  2. To moderate or relax; to diminish or weaken the striking characteristics of; to soften.

  3. To make a television program, piece of writing, etc. less offensive and so more suitable for a family audience.