double bass

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈdʌ.bl̩beɪs/

Noun

Singular double bass

Plural double basses

A double bass

1. (countable) (music) A double bass is a big stringed instrument that is bigger than the cello.
   • Synonyms: bass and contrabass

   The orchestra has five double basses.

Related words

• violin
• viola