Definition of contrabass
(Entry 1 of 2)
contrabass
adjectiveDefinition of contrabass (Entry 2 of 2)
: pitched lower than a bass instrument of the same type
a contrabass clarinet
Buying Guide
Our Reviews team has selected the best musical instruments for kids.
Test Your Vocabulary
Words Named After People
-
- Namesake of the leotard, Jules Léotard had what profession?

Test your visual vocabulary with our 10-question challenge!
TAKE THE QUIZ
A daily challenge for crossword fanatics.
TAKE THE QUIZLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share contrabass
Time Traveler for contrabass
The first known use of contrabass was in 1761
See more words from the same year