Chord (Verb)
Meaning 1
Play chords on (a stringed instrument).
Classification
Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
Examples
- She gently placed her fingers on the fretboard to chord the acoustic guitar.
- As she began to chord the strings, a soothing melody filled the air.
- To create an intricate harmony, the musician carefully learned to chord the mandolin.
- Chord the minor chords on your piano to create a melancholy atmosphere.
- In her music lessons, Laura struggled to chord the ukulele in time with the beat.
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Meaning 2
Bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The singer's voice began to chord well with the acoustic guitar by the end of the song.
- Their vocal coach worked hard to help the trio chord during their performances.
- She struggled to chord her instrument with the rest of the orchestra at first.
- It took several rehearsals for the choir to chord and produce a harmonious sound.
- After a few weeks of practice, the musicians finally learned to chord their different parts.