Metronome Definition

mĕtrə-nōm
noun
A clockwork device with an inverted pendulum that beats time at a rate determined by the position of a sliding weight on the pendulum: it is used esp. to help a person maintain regular tempo in practicing on the piano, etc.
Webster's New World
A device used to mark time by means of regularly recurring ticks or flashes at adjustable intervals.
American Heritage
An electrical device that produces an intermittent sound or flashing light, for similar use.
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Metronome

Noun

Singular:
metronome
Plural:
metronomes

Origin of Metronome

  • Greek metron measure mē-2 in Indo-European roots Greek nomos rule, division nem- in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Metronome Sentence Examples

  • One way to practice this is to play along with a metronome.

  • Get a metronome, and set it to a slow tempo.

  • You will hear a steady metronome " click " .

  • If you are practicing scales, for example, play along with a metronome, and try to make sure your rhythm is perfect.

  • This easy-to-use digital metronome accurately marks the tempo visually and with a powerful sound.

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Words Starting With

MMEMET

Words Ending With

EMEOME

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Words Starting With M and Ending With E

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9 Letter Words9 Letter Words Starting With M9 Letter Words Ending With E