Definitions

1. noun

The interval between two adjacent notes or a musical instrument that produces such an interval.

“The choir’s diapason in the grand cathedral was breathtakingly beautiful.”

2. noun

A range of notes or a particular part of the musical scale.

“She was working on perfecting the diapason to match the melody of her song.”

3. noun

A term used in acoustics for the maximum range or capacity of an organ’s sound.

“The church’s organ had a massive diapason that filled the entire auditorium.”

4. verb

To produce or bring forth music or sound with a wide range.

“The orchestra began to diapason with a resounding melody.”