Bass Definition & Meaning
bass
- adjective
- having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range; "a deep voice"; "a bass voice is lower than a baritone voice"; "a bass clarinet"
- noun
- the lowest part of the musical range
- the lowest part in polyphonic music
- an adult male singer with the lowest voice
- the lean flesh of a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae
- any of various North American freshwater fish with lean flesh (especially of the genus Micropterus)
- the lowest adult male singing voice
- the member with the lowest range of a family of musical instruments
- nontechnical name for any of numerous edible marine and freshwater spiny-finned fishes
"Bass" in song lyrics
See how bass is used in real songs:
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"Ya better get lost with ya pat-pat bass"
2 Live Crew — Check it Out Y'all -
"'Cause 2 Live is the Crew, the boys with the bass!"
2 Live Crew — Boys With Da Bass -
"Put two and two together; we're the boys with the bass!"
2 Live Crew — Boys With Da Bass
Words that rhyme with bass
Usage tips for "bass"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bass" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bass to find words that pair well.