tune

A2
Pronunciation
/tjuːn/
/t(j)un/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

A melody.

2 Definition

A song, or short musical composition.

3 Definition

The act of tuning or maintenance.

Example Sentences
  • Your engine needs a good tune.
4 Definition

The state or condition of being correctly tuned.

Example Sentences
  • This piano is not in tune.
5 Definition

Temper; frame of mind.

6 Definition

A sound; a note; a tone.

7 Definition

Order; harmony; concord.

Verb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

To adjust (a musical instrument) so that it produces the correct pitches.

Example Sentences
  • to tune a piano or a violin
2 Definition

To adjust or modify (esp. a mechanical or electrical device) so that it functions optimally.

Example Sentences
  • Tune your mind, and anything becomes possible.
3 Definition

To adjust the frequency on a radio or TV set, so as to receive the desired channel.

Example Sentences
  • Tune to Channel 6 for all your favourite daytime shows.
4 Definition

(e.g. of senses or faculties) To adapt to or direct towards a particular target.

Example Sentences
  • My ears were tuned to the sounds of the forest.
5 Definition

To make more precise, intense, or effective; to put into a proper state or disposition.

6 Definition

To attune; to adapt in style of music; to make harmonious.

7 Definition

To give a certain tone or character to.

8 Definition

To sing with melody or harmony.

9 Definition

To cheek; to be impudent towards.

Example Sentences
  • Are you tuning me?
Interjection
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Used to show appreciation or approval of a song.

Example Sentences
  • You heard the new Rizzle Kicks song? — Tune!