plural of tone arm

(music) a non-harmonic tone that is a second lower than a note in one chord and a second higher than a note in the other chord

(music) a non-harmonic tone that is a second either higher or lower than two notes that are unison in two chords

(music) a non-harmonic tone that is a second from a note in the previous chord and more than a second from a note in the next chord

(music) a pitch that tends to move toward another pitch, usually the submediant or the leading tone

A telephony signal, usually in the form of a sound, used to indicate that the telephone exchange is working, has recognized an off-hook, and is ready to accept a call.

(Scientology) A subjective appraisal of a person's spiritual aliveness, usually given by an auditor, ranging from 'total failure' to 'serenity of beingness'.

Having a pretentious, high-class attitude

To cause to give a higher tone or sound; to give a higher tone to; to make more intense; to heighten; to strengthen. / To firm and strengthen the muscles of the body by regular exercise.

Unable to clearly distinguish the difference in pitch between different notes. / (colloquial) Having little appreciation of music, whether or not as a result of tone deafness.