Tone/təʊn/nounA specific pitch.(in the diatonic scale) An interval of a major second.(in a Gregorian chant) A recitational melody.Synonyms: whole toneverbTo give a particular tone toTo change the colour ofTo make (something) firmerSynonyms: color, colour, dye, paint, tint, harmonise, harmonize, firm🔗 Explore synonyms & relationships🌍 See word origin & history