chord
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔɹd/

Definition & Meaning of "chord"in English

Chord
01

three or more musical notes that form a harmony when played together

chord definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
chords

What is a "chord"?

A chord is a group of three or more musical notes played together simultaneously. These notes are typically chosen to create a harmonious sound, and they work together to form the basis of harmony in a piece of music. For example, a basic chord might include a root note, a third, and a fifth note, creating a rich sound that supports melodies. Chords are used to provide structure and emotion in music, and they help to define the harmonic framework of a song or composition.

Examples
The guitarist strummed a G major chord to start the song.
02

a straight line segment that connects two points on the edge of a circle

Examples
The longest chord in a circle is its diameter.
to chord
01

bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing

Grammatical Information
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
chord
3rd person singular
chords
Past simple
chorded
Past participle
chorded
02

play chords on (a stringed instrument)

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