diminished second en · NOUN
Meanings
- an interval that is equivalent to a major second lowered by two chromatic semitones, or a minor second narrowed by a chromatic semitone. In twelve-tone equal temperament, this interval is equal to a unison, but in most other tunings, it is a distinct interval.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| diminished seconds | Number=Plur | lexicographic |