tune
/tjuːn/ · noun
Meaning
- A melody.
- A song, or short musical composition.
- The act of tuning or maintenance.
- The state or condition of being correctly tuned.
- Temper; frame of mind.
- A sound; a note; a tone.
- To adjust (a musical instrument) so that it produces the correct pitches.
- To adjust or modify (esp. a mechanical or electrical device) so that it functions optimally.
- To adjust the frequency on a radio or TV set, so as to receive the desired channel.
- (e.g. of senses or faculties) To adapt to or direct towards a particular target.
- To make more precise, intense, or effective; to put into a proper state or disposition.
- To attune; to adapt in style of music; to make harmonious.
- Used to show appreciation or approval of a song.
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