Definitions for timbre
ˈtæm bər, ˈtɪm-; Fr. ˈtɛ̃ brətim·bre

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:4.5 / 2 votes

1. timbre, timber, quality, tonenoun

   (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound)

   "the timbre of her soprano was rich and lovely"; "the muffled tones of the broken bell summoned them to meet"

WiktionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 2 votes

1. timbrenoun

   The quality of a sound independent of its pitch and volume.

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1. Timbre

   In music, timbre ( TAM-bər, TIM-), also known as tone color or tone quality (from psychoacoustics), is the perceived sound quality of a musical note, sound or tone. Timbre distinguishes different types of sound production, such as choir voices and musical instruments. It also enables listeners to distinguish different instruments in the same category (e.g., an oboe and a clarinet, both woodwind instruments). In simple terms, timbre is what makes a particular musical instrument or human voice have a different sound from another, even when they play or sing the same note. For instance, it is the difference in sound between a guitar and a piano playing the same note at the same volume. Both instruments can sound equally tuned in relation to each other as they play the same note, and while playing at the same amplitude level each instrument will still sound distinctively with its own unique tone color. Experienced musicians are able to distinguish between different instruments of the same type based on their varied timbres, even if those instruments are playing notes at the same fundamental pitch and loudness. The physical characteristics of sound that determine the perception of timbre include frequency spectrum and envelope. Singers and instrumental musicians can change the timbre of the music they are singing/playing by using different singing or playing techniques. For example, a violinist can use different bowing styles or play on different parts of the string to obtain different timbres (e.g., playing sul tasto produces a light, airy timbre, whereas playing sul ponticello produces a harsh, even and aggressive tone). On electric guitar and electric piano, performers can change the timbre using effects units and graphic equalizers.

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1. timbre

   Timbre, also known as tone color or tone quality, is the characteristic quality of a sound produced by a particular instrument or voice, which distinguishes it from other instruments or voices. It is determined by various acoustic properties such as pitch, intensity, and overtones of sound which contribute to the unique sound of different instruments and voices. For instance, it is the factor that allows us to differentiate a piano from a violin when they are playing the same note at the same volume.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:4.5 / 2 votes

1. Timbrenoun

   see 1st Timber

2. Timbrenoun

   the crest on a coat of arms

3. Timbrenoun

   the quality or tone distinguishing voices or instruments; tone color; clang tint; as, the timbre of the voice; the timbre of a violin. See Tone, and Partial tones, under Partial

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1. Timbre

   In music, timbre also known as tone color or tone quality from psychoacoustics, is the quality of a musical note or sound or tone that distinguishes different types of sound production, such as voices and musical instruments, string instruments, wind instruments, and percussion instruments. The physical characteristics of sound that determine the perception of timbre include spectrum and envelope. In simple terms, timbre is what makes a particular musical sound different from another, even when they have the same pitch and loudness. For instance, it is the difference between a guitar and a piano playing the same note at the same loudness. Experienced musicians are able to distinguish between different instruments based on their varied timbres, even if those instruments are playing notes at the same pitch and loudness.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Timbre

   tim′bėr, n. tone, character, or quality of a musical sound. [O. Fr.,—L. tympanum, a drum.]

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1. Timbre

   Timbre is a location-based live music discovery app that enables users to find live shows in their area.Based on the user's location (or any location searched by the user), Timbre displays a live music calendar/playlist that includes all upcoming live music performances nearby. The app also allows users to listen to music samples from the bands, purchase tickets, and share with friends - directly from the app within three taps.

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1. timbre

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Anagrams for timbre »

1. timber

2. betrim

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of timbre in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of timbre in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=timbre
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Timbre
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timbre
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/timbre
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=timbre
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=timbre
8. ^ CrunchBase
   https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/timbre