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 chord chord /ˈkɔrd/

noun

  1. () A combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together  ( chord )
    a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together
     The pianist struck a resonant chord, setting the mood for the concert.
    The pianist struck a resonant chord, setting the mood for the concert.
  2. () A straight line connecting two points on a curve  ( chord )
    a straight line connecting two points on a curve
     The architect drew a chord to determine the curve's exact measurements.
    The architect drew a chord to determine the curve's exact measurements.

verb

  1. (music) bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing  ( chord , harmonise [British] , harmonize )
    (music) bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing
  2. (music) play chords on (a stringed instrument)  ( chord )
    (music) play chords on (a stringed instrument)