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contrabass

/kɒnˈtræbæs/ noun · British & US
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What does contrabass mean?

noun

A stringed musical instrument with four or five strings, tuned to the lowest pitches of the standard bass viol, and played with a bow or by plucking with the fingers.

Example

"The contrabass provided the deep, rich tones in the orchestra's performance."

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