Clef

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1 Etymology 2 English 2.1 Noun 2.2 Related Terms

Etymology

From Latin clavis, key

English

Noun

clef

1. key or sign indicating a musical range

   "That's a G clef."

2. musical staff containing such a key or sign. Also called staff.

   "The bass part is written in the F clef."

Related Terms

• bass clef
• C clef
• clave
• F clef
• G clef
• tenor clef
• treble clef