Natural (Noun)
Meaning 1
(craps) a first roll of 7 or 11 that immediately wins the stake.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The sharp sign on the previous note was cancelled out by a natural sign, restoring its original pitch.
- She carefully placed the natural symbol between the two sharps to correct the musical notation.
- To correct the mistake, the composer inserted a natural sign before the B, ensuring that it sounded at its normal pitch.
- In reading the complex musical score, it was crucial to look out for natural signs that might cancel out previous accidentals.
- The manuscript showed a series of flats and sharps, but the final note was marked with a natural to bring the melody back to its starting key.