tuning
/ˈtjuːnɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: tunings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Action of the verb to tune. — The calibration of a musical instrument to a standard pitch.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Action of the verb to tune. — The adjustment of a system or circuit to secure optimum performance.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tuning” mean?
Action of the verb to tune. — The calibration of a musical instrument to a standard pitch.
Is “tuning” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.