Dictionary entry

Tune (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Tune, v. t. [imp. & p. p.Tuned (?); p. pr. & vb. n.Tuning.] 1. To put into a state adapted to produce the proper sounds; to harmonize, to cause to be in tune; to correct the tone of; as, to tune a piano or a violin. “ Tune your harps.” Dryden.

2. To give tone to; to attune; to adapt in style of music; to make harmonious.

For now to sorrow must I tune my song. Milton.

3. To sing with melody or harmony.

Fountains, and ye, that warble, as ye flow,

Melodious murmurs, warbling tune his praise. Milton.

4. To put into a proper state or disposition. Shak.