Cello vs. Violoncello

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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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