bass

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the lowest part of the musical range
  2. noun the lowest part in polyphonic music
  3. noun an adult male singer with the lowest voice

Etymology

A respelling of base under the influence of Italian basso (“low”).

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