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Meaning of high-pitched
Having a high frequency of sound
Etymology of high-pitched
The term "high-pitched" is derived from the combination of "high" and "pitched", with "high" referring to a great or large degree, and "pitched" referring to the quality or character of a sound, particularly in terms of its frequency or tone
The word "pitch" itself has its roots in Old English "pician", which is also related to the Old Norse "pikka", meaning "to throw" or "to cast", likely referring to the act of throwing or casting a sound
Synonyms
Definitions
- Having a high frequency of sound, typically above the normal range of human hearing
- * Having a bright and clear quality, typically used to describe a person's voice or a musical instrument
Usage Examples
- The high-pitched sound of the piccolo cut through the rest of the orchestra
- * Her high-pitched voice was perfect for singing soprano roles in opera
- * The fire alarm let out a high-pitched squeal that startled everyone in the building