consonant

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒn.sə.nənt/
/ˈkɑn.sə.nənt/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A sound that results from the passage of air through restrictions of the oral cavity; any sound that is not the dominant sound of a syllable, the dominant sound generally being a vowel.

2 Definition

A letter representing the sound of a consonant.

Example Sentences
  • The 19 unquestionable consonants in the English alphabet are B, C, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, Q, R, S, T, V, X, Z.
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Characterized by harmony or agreement.

2 Definition

Having the same sound.

3 Definition

Harmonizing together; accordant.

Example Sentences
  • consonant tones; consonant chords
4 Definition

Of or relating to consonants; made up of, or containing many, consonants.