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at⋅tune

[uh-toon, uh-tyoon]
–verb (used with object), -tuned, -tun⋅ing.
1. to bring into accord, harmony, or sympathetic relationship; adjust: He has attuned himself to living in the quiet country.
2. Archaic. to tune or bring into harmony, as a musical instrument.

Origin:
1590–1600; at- + tune
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at·tune   (ə-tōōn', ə-tyōōn')   
tr.v.   at·tuned, at·tun·ing, at·tunes
  1. To bring into a harmonious or responsive relationship: an industry that is not attuned to market demands.

  2. Music To tune (an instrument).

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