Complete Definition of "contrabass"

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Pronunciation
IPA|/�k�n.tɹ�.�b�ɪs/

Etymology
from Italian contra, against + basso, low

Noun
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  1. part or section one octave lower than bass.
  2. person or musical instrument|instrument performing the contrabass part.

Related terms
bass
contra
contrabassist
subcontrabass

Category:Musical instruments

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