mel
nounnouncommon in dialogue
- //mɛl//
A unit of pitch on a scale of pitches perceived by listeners to be equally spaced from one another.
noun
- 1
A unit of pitch on a scale of pitches perceived by listeners to be equally spaced from one another.
Etymology
Shortening of melody.
noun
- 1
Honey, when used as an ingredient in cosmetic products.
Etymology
From Latin mel (“honey”). Doublet of mell.
Forms
- plural
- mels
Mei · A female given name from Mandarin.MEI · multiengine instructor (a CFI qualified to give training in…Mein · A surname.
mel · A unit of pitch on a scale of pitches perceived by listeners to be equally spaced from one another.
Mel · A diminutive of the male given names Melchior, Melchor,…melancholy · Great sadness or depression, especially of a thoughtful or…Melanie · A female given name from Ancient Greek.