Tuning

/ˈtjuː.nɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act or process of adjusting the pitch, tone, or performance of a musical instrument or other device.

The pianist spent several hours on the tuning of her grand piano.

The adjustment of settings in a system to obtain the desired performance, such as in vehicles, radios, or equipment.

The mechanic is responsible for the tuning of the car's engine to ensure it runs efficiently.

The arrangement or system of frequencies of a device, such as in radio or television.

You need to change the tuning on the radio to find the right station.

verb

To adjust the pitch or tone of a musical instrument.

He is tuning his guitar before the concert starts.

To bring into a desired state or condition.

The technician is tuning the software for better performance.

Derived from the word 'tune', which comes from the Old French 'toner', meaning to create a sound.

fine-tuning:

Making small adjustments to improve performance or quality.

tuning in:

Becoming attentive or aware of something, often used in the context of media.

tuning out:

Failing to listen or pay attention to something.

Getting in sync with something or someone.

Let's tune up for the big presentation.

Making adjustments in various contexts.

I need to tune my routine for better productivity.