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Raretone color
The correct spelling is tone color.
How to pronounce tone color
noun
Say it like: Ton-e c-olo-r
The correct spelling is tone color. The quality of a sound independent of its pitch and volume. For example: "When someone speaks after inhaling helium, their voice has a higher timbre. With sulfur hexafluoride, the result is a lower timbre."
Usage Examples
“When someone speaks after inhaling helium, their voice has a higher timbre. With sulfur hexafluoride, the result is a lower timbre.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The quality of a sound independent of its pitch and volume.
- 2.The pitch of a sound as heard by the ear, described relative to its absolute pitch.
- 3.The crest on a coat of arms.
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