noun · verb · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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Received-Pronunciation:/ˈtjuːnɪŋ/
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US:/ˈtuːnɪŋ/
CMU ARPABET:T UW1 N IH0 NG
Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
1
noun
Meaning 1
Action of the verb to tune.
The calibration of a musical instrument to a standard pitch.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
2
noun
Meaning 2
Action of the verb to tune.
Ellipsis of tuning system.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis
Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
3
noun
Meaning 3
Action of the verb to tune.
The adjustment of a system or circuit to secure optimum performance.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract