Definition of 'harmonic'

Noun

1. a tone that is a component of a complex sound
2. any of a series of musical tones whose frequencies are integral multiples of the frequency of a fundamental

Adjective

1. of or relating to harmony as distinct from melody and rhythm; "subtleties of harmonic change and tonality"- Ralph Hill
      Antonyms: nonharmonic
2. of or relating to harmonics
3. of or relating to the branch of acoustics that studies the composition of musical sounds; "the sound of the resonating cavity cannot be the only determinant of the harmonic response"
4. relating to vibrations that occur as a result of vibrations in a nearby body; "sympathetic vibration"
      Synonyms: sympathetic
5. involving or characterized by harmony
      Synonyms: consonant harmonical harmonized harmonised in harmony

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