"bis key" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: bis keys [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} bis key (plural bis keys)
  1. (music) A key using alternative fingerings for certain notes on woodwind instruments. Specifically, a key that is located between the first and second keys operated by the left hand on a saxophone. Pressing LH1 and the bis key simultaneously results in the sounding of a Bb. This is especially useful when playing in keys with many flats. Categories (topical): Music
    Sense id: en-bis_key-en-noun-XHpZsmPi Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

Inflected forms

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