1. A straight line connecting two points on a curve 
2. A combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together

1. Play chords on (a string instrument) 
2. Bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing
   - harmonize, harmonise [Brit]

Sounds like: cord

Derived forms: chorded, chording, chords

See also: chordal

Type of: alter, change, modify, musical note, note, play, straight line, tone

Encyclopedia: Chord

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