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voiced

adj.
US //ˈvɔɪst// UK //vˈɔɪst// voiced
  1. 1 having a certain type of voice (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    having a specific kind of speaking voice, usually used with another word like 'soft' or 'deep'.

    possessing a voice of a specified character; almost exclusively used in hyphenated compound constructions.

    Example

    The soft-voiced narrator made the bedtime story very relaxing to hear.

    Example

    The gravel-voiced actor was frequently cast as a villain in gritty crime dramas due to his intimidating presence.

    Usage

    Usually appears as the second part of a compound adjective, such as 'deep-voiced' or 'sweet-voiced'.

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