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diapason — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • range noun The full span between the lowest and highest of something, such as values, prices, or distances.

Senses

diapason is used for these senses in English:

  • mensur (lutherie) The measurement of the length of the vibrating string from the nut to the bridge.
  • range (music) The scale of all the tones a voice or an instrument can produce.
  • tuning fork (musical instruments) A fork-shaped object which emits a tone of a specific frequency when struck, producing a reference note for tuning instruments.

range — full definition

  1. noun The full span between the lowest and highest of something, such as values, prices, or distances.
  2. noun A line or series of mountains.
  3. noun The maximum distance something can travel or reach, such as a vehicle or weapon.
  4. noun A large cooking stove with several hobs, often built into a kitchen.
  5. noun An area set aside for shooting practice.

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