Trill (Noun)
Meaning 1
A note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The trumpet solo ended with a trill that sent shivers down the spines of the audience members.
- Her piano teacher was working with her on mastering the tricky trill in the middle of the concerto.
- The vocalist's voice soared as she effortlessly hit the high trill in the operatic aria.
- In jazz improvisation, musicians often use a trill to add tension and release to their solos.
- The orchestral piece featured a lengthy trill section, showcasing the woodwind section's technical skill.
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Meaning 2
The articulation of a consonant (especially the consonant `r') with a rapid flutter of the tongue against the palate or uvula; "he pronounced his R's with a distinct trill".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.