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Chord

/kɔː(ɹ)d/

A harmonic set of three or more notes that is heard as if sounding simultaneously.

📖 Definitions of "Chord"

noun
  1. 1

    A harmonic set of three or more notes that is heard as if sounding simultaneously.

  2. 2

    A straight line between two points of a curve.

  3. 3

    A horizontal member of a truss.

  4. 4

    The distance between the leading and trailing edge of a wing, measured in the direction of the normal airflow.

verb
  1. 1

    To write chords for.

  2. 2

    To accord; to harmonize together.

    "This note chords with that one."

  3. 3

    To provide with musical chords or strings; to string; to tune.

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