cello
noun
cel·lo
ˈche-(ˌ)lō 
plural cellos also celli
ˈche-lē
: the bass member of the violin family tuned an octave below the viola
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Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 6 June 2025
When his family is forced into witness protection, young Curtis’ dreams of a cello career evaporate, forcing him to channel his creativity into a new endeavor.
—Monitor Staff, Christian Science Monitor, 22 May 2025
The production is lush yet subtle, weaving nylon and 12-string guitars, bass, cello, violin, and other string instruments into a soundscape that elevates her evocative vocals.
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The shows will feature Fraser and some 70 musicians, including fiddlers, guitarists, percussionists, cello players and more.
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Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 6 June 2025
When his family is forced into witness protection, young Curtis’ dreams of a cello career evaporate, forcing him to channel his creativity into a new endeavor.
—Monitor Staff, Christian Science Monitor, 22 May 2025
The production is lush yet subtle, weaving nylon and 12-string guitars, bass, cello, violin, and other string instruments into a soundscape that elevates her evocative vocals.
—Mandeep Rai, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
The shows will feature Fraser and some 70 musicians, including fiddlers, guitarists, percussionists, cello players and more.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
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“Cello.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cello. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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cello
noun
cel·lo
ˈchel-ō
plural cellos
: a large musical instrument of the violin family that plays the bass or tenor part
Etymology
shortened form of violoncello
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