Meaning of the word bass in English

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bass

US /beɪs/
UK /beɪs/
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Noun

1.

the lowest adult male singing voice

Example:
He sings bass in the choir.
The opera requires a strong bass.
2.

a freshwater or marine fish, typically a game fish, with a spiny-rayed dorsal fin

Example:
We caught a large-mouth bass in the lake.
Grilled sea bass is a popular dish.
3.

the lowest part of the musical range

Example:
The cello plays the bass line.
Turn up the bass on the stereo.
4.

a stringed musical instrument of the violin family, larger than a cello, used to play bass parts

Example:
He plays the double bass in the orchestra.
The band needs a new bass player.
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