alto is the dictionary form of altoes Definition of alto
alto has definitions from the fields of music,performing arts
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[ noun ] (music) the highest adult male singing voice

Synonyms

countertenor

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[ noun ] (music) the lowest female singing voice

Synonyms

contralto

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[ noun ] (music,performing arts) a singer whose voice lies in the alto clef
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[ adjective ] (of a musical instrument) second highest member of a group

Examples

"alto clarinet or recorder"

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[ adjective ] of or being the highest male voice; having a range above that of tenor

Synonyms

countertenor

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[ adjective ] of or being the lowest female voice

Synonyms

contralto

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[ noun ] Last name, frequency rank in the U.S. is 23257
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[ noun ] (music) the pitch range of the lowest female voice
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