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Tune Definition & Meaning

tune
noun
  1. a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence; "she was humming an air from Beethoven"
  2. the property of producing accurately a note of a given pitch; "he cannot sing in tune"; "the clarinet was out of tune"
  3. the adjustment of a radio receiver or other circuit to a required frequency
verb
  1. adjust for (better) functioning; "tune the engine"
  2. adjust the pitches of (musical instruments); "My piano needs to be tuned"

"Tune" in song lyrics

See how tune is used in real songs:

  • "Joke to the tune"
    4th Pyramid — War With Orcs
  • "Big up to my homeboys who know this tune"
    Aceyalone f/ Abstract Rude — B-Boy Real Mc Coy
  • "i paid the piper i'm gon' pick the tune"
    Aceyalone — Mr. Outsider

Usage tips for "tune"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tune" 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 tune to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does tune mean?
a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence; "she was humming an air from Beethoven" the property of producing accurately a note of a given pitch; "he cannot sing in tune"; "the clarinet was out of tune" the adjustment of a radio receiver or other circuit to a required frequency adjust for (better) functioning; "tune the engine" adjust the pitches of (musical instruments); "My piano needs to be tuned"
What part of speech is tune?
Tune is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does tune have?
Tune has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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