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Meaning of the word tenor in English

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tenor

US /ˈten.ɚ/
UK /ˈten.ɚ/
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Noun

1.

the highest adult male singing voice

Example:
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He has a powerful tenor voice.
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The opera features a famous tenor in the lead role.
Synonym:
male sopranocountertenor
2.

the general meaning, sense, or content of something

Example:
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The tenor of the meeting was very positive.
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Despite the minor disagreements, the overall tenor of the negotiations was constructive.
Synonym:
gistdriftmeaningsensepurport
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