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- pronunciation:
- ihn
ton
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
intones, intoning, intoned |
| definition 1: |
to speak or utter with a particular pitch pattern.
- similar words:
- tone
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| definition 2: |
to recite in musical or lengthened tones, esp. in a monotone; chant.
The monks intoned their morning prayer.- similar words:
- chant
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| related words: |
chant, sing, talk |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to speak or recite in musical or lengthened tones; chant.
- similar words:
- chant
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| related words: |
cant |
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| derivation: |
intoner (n.) |
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