bass

Signification

Adj

Of sound, a voice or an instrument, low in pitch or frequency.

Noun

1. A low spectrum of sound tones.
2. A section of a musical group that produces low-pitched sound, lower than the baritone and tenor.
3. One who sings in the bass range.
4. An instrument that plays in the bass range, in particular a double bass, bass guitar, electric bass or bass synthesiser.
5. The clef sign that indicates that the pitch of the notes is below middle C; a bass clef.

Verb

To sound in a deep tone.

Noun

The perch; any of various marine and freshwater fish resembling the perch, all within the order of Perciformes.

Noun

1. The fibrous inner bark of the linden or lime tree, used for making mats.
2. Fibers from other plants, especially palm trees
3. Anything made from such fibers, such as a hassock, basket or thick mat.

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/beɪs/

Étymologie

A respelling of base under the influence of Italian basso (“low”).