Meaning & use
tenor
The highest common adult male singing voice, or a singer with this voice.
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The tenor's powerful high notes brought the audience to its feet.
He trained for years to become the opera company's leading tenor.
A note on using this word
Also means the general meaning, mood, or direction of something, as in "the tenor of the debate turned hostile."
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2. noun
The general meaning, character, or attitude running through a speech, discussion, or piece of writing.
The tenor of the meeting shifted once the budget cuts were announced.
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