Meaning of alto in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈæltoʊ/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   alto

   Definitions

   1. of or being the lowest female voice

   Synonyms

   • low
   • low-pitched
2. 2. of or being the highest male voice

   Examples

   • « having a range above that of tenor »

   Synonyms

   • high
   • high-pitched
3. 3. (of a musical instrument) second highest member of a group

   Examples

   • « alto clarinet or recorder »

   Synonyms

   • high
   • high-pitched

4. Noun

   alto

   Etymology

   late 16th century: from Italian alto (canto)‘high (song)’

   Definitions

   1. a singer whose voice lies in the alto clef
5. 2. the lowest female singing voice
6. 3. the highest adult male singing voice
7. 4. the pitch range of the lowest female voice