strings
Definition
Noun: 1. The section of an orchestra that plays stringed instruments: This refers to the collective group of musicians in an orchestra who play instruments that produce sound from vibrating strings, such as violins, violas, cellos, and double basses. 2. Conditions or limitations attached to an offer or agreement: This meaning refers to stipulations or requirements that are part of a deal, gift, or proposal.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Orchestra Section):
- The conductor asked the strings to play more softly.
- The piece begins with a beautiful melody from the strings.
- Noun (Conditions):
- The scholarship came with no strings attached.
- He agreed to the loan, but there were several financial strings.
Advanced Usage
- "To pull strings": To use one's influence or connections, especially secretly, to gain an advantage.
- His father had to pull strings to get him that job interview.
- "To have someone on a string": To have control or influence over someone's actions.
- She has several admirers, and she has them all on a string.
Variants and Related Words
- String (noun): A thin piece of cord; a series of things connected.
- String (verb): To thread on a string; to arrange in a series.
- Stringed (adjective): Having strings, as in .
- Stringy (adjective): Resembling a string; thin and fibrous.
Synonyms
- Conditions: stipulations, provisions, caveats, requirements.
- Orchestra Section: string section, string choir.
Related Phrases
- "No strings attached": Without any special conditions or obligations.
- It was a generous donation, given with no strings attached.
- "Tied to one's mother's apron strings": To be excessively dependent on one's mother.
- He's 30 years old but is still tied to his mother's apron strings.
Idioms
- "Hold the purse strings": To control spending and finances.
- As the CFO, she holds the company's purse strings.
- "Second string": A substitute or reserve player; not the first choice.
- He was the second string quarterback for most of the season.
Noun
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the section of an orchestra that plays stringed instruments
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