"multiphonic" meaning in All languages combined

See multiphonic on Wiktionary

Adjective [English]

Etymology: multi- + phonic Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|multi|phonic}} multi- + phonic Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} multiphonic (not comparable)
  1. (music) Having the character of multiphonics: sounding two or more pitches at the same time Tags: not-comparable Categories (topical): Music Related terms: polyphonic
    Sense id: en-multiphonic-en-adj-MpjemDCf Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with multi- Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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