viol Meaning & Definition
What Does Viol Mean?
Viol is used as a noun meaning A stringed instrument related to the violin family, but held in the lap between the legs like a cello, usually with C-holes, a flat back, a fretted neck and six strings, played with an underhanded bow hold. It can also mean A large rope used to manipulate the anchor. As a verb, it means To play the viol.
Quick Facts About Viol
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈvaɪ.əl// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | viols |
| Verb forms | viols, and past participle |
Viol Definition (Noun)
- A stringed instrument related to the violin family, but held in the lap between the legs like a cello, usually with C-holes, a flat back, a fretted neck and six strings, played with an underhanded bow hold.
- A large rope used to manipulate the anchor
Viol as a Verb
- To play the viol.
Synonyms of Viol
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Viol synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Viol
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Viol in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
viol (plural viols)
viol (third-person singular simple present viols, present participle (US) violing or (UK) violling, simple past and past participle (US) violed or (UK) violled)
Origin of Viol
Borrowed from Middle French viole, from Old French viol, from Old Occitan viola (modern Occitan viula), from Medieval Latin vitula (“stringed instrument”). Doublet of viola.
How to Pronounce Viol
You say viol as //ˈvaɪ.əl//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Viol
Is viol a noun or a verb?
Viol is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of viol?
The plural of viol is viols.
What is the past tense of viol?
The past tense of viol is and past participle.