bass

n. the lowest range of sounds in music, or the part of a song that has deep, heavy tones.

n. the lowest part of the musical spectrum or a composition, typically providing the harmonic foundation.

“The speakers were so powerful that I could feel the bass in my chest.”

“The producer decided to boost the bass in the final mix to give the track a more club-oriented feel.”

n. an instrument that plays very low notes, like a bass guitar or a double bass.

n. any of several instruments that play in the lowest register, specifically the double bass or bass guitar.

“He has been playing the bass in a jazz band for three years.”

“The ensemble consisted of a pianist, a drummer, and a virtuoso on the upright bass.”

n. a man with a very deep singing voice.

n. the lowest adult male singing voice, typically ranging from the second E below middle C to the E above middle C.

“The choir needs one more bass to balance out the higher voices.”

“The soloist was a renowned bass whose resonant low notes filled the entire cathedral without the need for amplification.”

n. a common type of fish found in rivers or the sea that people often catch for sport or food.

n. any of various edible spiny-finned fish, including both freshwater and marine species.

“We spent the whole afternoon at the lake trying to catch some bass.”

“The chef recommended the grilled sea bass, served with a light lemon and herb butter sauce.”

adj. describing a sound or voice that is very low and deep.

adj. relating to or producing the lowest range of musical notes.

“He spoke in a deep, bass voice that was easy to hear in the quiet room.”

“The bass clef is used to notate music for instruments with a lower range, such as the cello or bassoon.”