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vox

n. C / U
C1 Advanced US //ˈvɑks// vox Informal

n. the sound of a person's voice, especially when it is recorded for a song or a news report. It is a short way of saying 'vocals' or 'voice'.

n. a human voice or vocal track, particularly within the context of audio engineering, music production, or broadcasting. Often used as a shorthand in technical or creative media environments.


SIMPLE

The producer wants to turn up the vox in the chorus.

CONTEXTUAL

During the interview, the reporter captured several vox pops from people walking in the park.

COMPLEX

The engineer spent hours layering the lead vox with subtle harmonies to create a more expansive sound for the final mix of the album.

Synonyms
Origin

From Latin vōx (“voice”). Doublet of voice.

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