baby grand
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Definition
Noun: A baby grand is a small grand piano, typically between 5 and 6 feet in length. It is a type of horizontal piano with strings that extend away from the keyboard, offering a rich tone in a more compact size than a full concert grand piano.
Usage
The term baby grand is used to refer to the specific, smaller-sized instrument within the category of grand pianos. It is a standard term in music and furniture contexts. * It is often used to describe a piano that fits in a residential space while still providing the aesthetic and sonic qualities of a grand piano. * It functions as a countable noun (e.g., a baby grand, two baby grands).
Examples
- The cozy living room was elegantly furnished with a baby grand piano.
- For her apartment, she chose a baby grand because a full-sized grand would have been too large.
- The hotel lobby features a beautiful mahogany baby grand.
Advanced Usage
- The term is sometimes used metaphorically to describe something that is a smaller or more compact version of a larger, standard item, though this is less common.
- The designer created a "baby grand" version of the classic sofa for urban apartments.
Variants and Related Words
- Grand piano (n): The full category of horizontal pianos, which includes the baby grand, parlor grand, and concert grand.
- Parlor grand (n): A mid-sized grand piano, typically larger than a baby grand but smaller than a concert grand.
- Concert grand (n): The largest size of grand piano, usually around 9 feet long, used for concert performances.
Synonyms
- Small grand piano: The more formal, descriptive synonym.
- Petite grand: A less common, alternative term used by some manufacturers.
Antonyms
- Concert grand: Specifically denotes the largest antonym in size.
- Upright piano: Refers to the vertically strung piano, which is a different design and not a smaller version of a grand.