Meaning of the word harmonic in English

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harmonic

US /hɑːrˈmɑː.nɪk/
UK /hɑːrˈmɑː.nɪk/
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Adjective

1.

relating to harmony as opposed to melody or rhythm

Example:
The choir produced a rich harmonic sound.
The composer focused on the harmonic structure of the piece.
2.

of or relating to a series of musical notes whose frequencies are integral multiples of a fundamental frequency

Example:
The overtone series consists of harmonic frequencies.
Each string instrument produces its own unique set of harmonic overtones.
3.

forming a pleasing or consistent whole

Example:
The colors in the painting are very harmonic.
They achieved a harmonic balance between work and leisure.

Noun

1.

a harmonic overtone

Example:
The musician played a note and then isolated its first harmonic.
Engineers analyzed the different harmonics present in the sound wave.
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