Tune (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Adjust for (better) functioning; "tune the engine".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

• The repair shop will tune the car's brakes to improve its stopping time.
• You should tune the piano regularly to keep it sounding its best.
• The mechanic will tune the bike's gears for optimal performance.
• The radio station is going off the air for a few minutes while we tune the broadcast equipment.
• To get the best picture, you need to tune the television for a few seconds.

Synonyms

• Tune Up

Hypernyms

• Set
• Correct

Hyponyms

• Tweak

Related Words

• Tuning (noun)

Meaning ²

Adjust the pitches of (musical instruments); "My piano needs to be tuned".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

• The mechanic tried to tune the guitar for his daughter but realized it required more expertise.
• Can you tune this violin for me as I find the notes sound off.
• She decided to have her harp professionally tuned before the concert.
• The piano has not been tuned in years and it shows in its discordant sound.
• He struggled to tune his banjo due to its intricate setup.

Synonyms

• Tune Up

Antonyms

• Untune

Hypernyms

• Set
• Correct

Related Words

• Tuner (noun)
• Tune (noun)
• Tuning (noun)