释义 |
cel·lo I. \ˈche(ˌ)lō\ noun (plural cellos \-ōz\ ; also cel·li \-(ˌ)lē\) Etymology: short for violoncello : the bass member of the violin family tuned an octave below the viola and played from a sitting position with the instrument held almost vertically on the floor — compare contrabass II. \ˈse(ˌ)lō\ adjective Etymology: short for cellophane 1. : made of cellophane < a cello bag > 2. : wrapped in cellophane < a dozen carrots, cello > |