Meanings
plural monopitches
- countableuncountableThe use of a single pitch (sound frequency); lack of pitch variation.
Under the circumstances it was not difficult to draw the tentative inference that the subject's vocal monopitch was causally connected with his auditory deficiency; all a priori considerations pointed strongly in that direction.
1923, Andrew Thomas Weaver, Experimental Studies in Vocal Expression, page 23
alternative monopitched
- not comparablearchitectureSloping in one direction only.
Monopitch roofs are often found over single-storey ancillary rooms and spaces such as utility rooms at the side or back of the main building on traditional houses.
2013, Julian Owen, Complete Loft Conversion Book, →ISBN
Origin
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