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Meaning of tune

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

tune

Pronunciation:/tjuːn//t(j)un/

noun

Definitions

  1. A melody.

  2. A song, or short musical composition.

  3. The act of tuning or maintenance.

    Example: Your engine needs a good tune.

  4. The state or condition of being correctly tuned.

    Example: This piano is not in tune.

verb

Definitions

  1. To adjust (a musical instrument) so that it produces the correct pitches.

    Example: to tune a piano or a violin

  2. To adjust or modify (esp. a mechanical or electrical device) so that it functions optimally.

    Example: Tune your mind, and anything becomes possible.

  3. To adjust the frequency on a radio or TV set, so as to receive the desired channel.

    Example: Tune to Channel 6 for all your favourite daytime shows.

  4. (e.g. of senses or faculties) To adapt to or direct towards a particular target.

    Example: My ears were tuned to the sounds of the forest.

interjection

Definitions

  1. Used to show appreciation or approval of a song.

    Example: You heard the new Rizzle Kicks song? — Tune!