bass
The origin and history of bass.
Etymology
The musical sense is a respelling of base, influenced by Italian basso, "low." The fish name is unrelated, from Old English.
The origin and history of bass.
The musical sense is a respelling of base, influenced by Italian basso, "low." The fish name is unrelated, from Old English.
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