bass

bass · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The lowest part or range in music.

  2. 2.

    A bass guitar or double bass.

  3. 3.

    A singer with the lowest male voice.

  4. 4.

    A type of freshwater or saltwater fish.

  5. 5.

    Low in pitch or frequency.

Forms

plural: basses

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    bass guitar — An electric guitar with four strings tuned an octave lower.
  • •
    bass drum — A large drum that produces low sounds.
  • •
    bass clef — The musical clef for low-pitched notes.
  • •
    sea bass — A popular fish for cooking.

Related words

Antonyms: soprano, treble
See also: fish, guitar, music, treble
Synonyms: bass guitar, low notes

Etymology

For music: From Italian basso ("low"), from Latin bassus. For fish: From Old English bærs, related to Dutch baars and German Barsch.