Cello vs. Violoncello

Cello vs. Violoncello — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Cello and Violoncello

Cellonoun

(musical instruments) A large stringed instrument of the violin family with four strings, tuned from lowest to highest C-G-D-A, and played with a bow, also possessing an endpin to support the instrument's weight.

Violoncellonoun

(musical instruments) A large stringed instrument of the violin family, but smaller than the double bass.

Cellonoun

cellophane

Violoncellonoun

a large stringed instrument; seated player holds it upright while playing

Cellonoun

a large stringed instrument; seated player holds it upright while playing

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