Overtone ( noun , noun )

(As a noun)

Overtone ( noun )

  1. A higher-pitched sound or vibration that is a harmonic of a fundamental frequency.
  2. A subtle or underlying meaning or implication in a spoken or written word or phrase.

Origin:

From over- +‎ tone.

Examples:

  1. The singer's voice had a beautiful overtone.
  2. The piano had a rich overtone.
  3. The guitar had a clear overtone.
  4. The violin had a sweet overtone.
  5. The harp had a delicate overtone.

(As a noun)

Overtone ( noun )

  1. A higher-pitched sound or vibration that is a harmonic of a fundamental frequency.
  2. A subtle or underlying meaning or implication in a spoken or written word or phrase.

Origin:

From over- +‎ tone.

Examples:

  1. The singer's voice had a beautiful overtone.
  2. The piano had a rich overtone.
  3. The guitar had a clear overtone.
  4. The violin had a sweet overtone.
  5. The harp had a delicate overtone.
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