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cello
1[ chel-oh ]
noun
- the second largest member of the violin family, rested vertically on the floor between the performer's knees when being played.
cello
2[ sel-oh ]
noun
cello
/ ˈtʃɛləʊ /
noun
- music a bowed stringed instrument of the violin family. Range: more than four octaves upwards from C below the bass staff. It has four strings, is held between the knees, and has an extendible metal spike at the lower end, which acts as a support Full namevioloncello
cello
- An instrument in the violin family, known for its rich tone. Among the strings , or stringed instruments, the cello has the second-lowest range, higher only than the bass viol , and it has the lowest part in string quartets . Cellists hold the instrument between their knees to play it. Cello is short for violoncello .
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Derived Forms
- ˈcellist, noun
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Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
Only one of each: one bass, one cello, like a string quintet.
In full disclosure, I play the cello, and it is my favorite instrument.
We teach them everything from how to mic their cello to how to book a gig.
My roommate, a talented musician and mathematician, gave up the cello and took a job as an investment banker.
The cello adds an elegant dramatic touch to a song many have found rather devoid of emotion.
Anne-Marie lifts her right arm slowly, and strikes the low G—a long vibrating note, like the note of a 'cello.
It was not simply that his 'cello was his joy and pride, but he felt it to be a recognition of his return to respectability.
Dr. Vereker won't have a cab; he will leave the 'cello till next time, and walk.
If one has a few pieces (violin, cello, bass viol, flute) to play Hungarian airs during the dinner it will please the guests.
Short-distance travel with a 'cello is not much more agreeable.
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