detune
The English word “detune” has 2 meanings listed here.
verb
- To intentionally lower or raise the pitch produced by a musical instrument, often to produce sounds not normally possible, or to reduce tension in a stringed instrument for the purpose of shipping or maintenance.
- To alter the resonant frequency of a tuned system so that it is slightly different from a specified target frequency.
Etymology
From de- + tune.
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