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    Cello

    /ˈtʃɛloʊ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A large stringed instrument that is played by drawing a bow across its strings, typically used in classical music, with a range an octave lower than that of the violin.
    She played a beautiful solo on her cello during the concert.
    The lowest member of the violin family.
    The orchestra featured a cello section that added depth to the sound.
    A musical instrument similar to a violin but larger and tuned an octave lower.
    He decided to take up the cello after being inspired by a performance he attended.
    A stringed instrument with a hollow body and four strings, played with a bow or by plucking.
    In music class, we learned about the different ways to play the cello.

    Etymology

    Shortened form of 'violoncello', which is Italian for 'little viola'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cello suite:
    A suite composed for the cello, usually consisting of several movements.
    cello concerto:
    A musical composition for cello accompanied by an orchestra.
    cello recital:
    A performance where a cellist plays a program of music for an audience.

    Related Words

    cellist
    A person who plays the cello.
    string
    A thin piece of material, often a wire or gut, used to create sound in string instruments.
    orchestra
    A large group of musicians playing together, typically consisting of string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.

    Slang Meanings

    A small group of musicians performing together, similar to a string quartet.
    We formed a cello group for the music festival.
    A casual reference to a cellist.
    That cello at the concert was amazing; the cellist really knew how to engage the audience.