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The sharp, quick sound of a vibrating tight string, for example, of a bow or a musical instrument.

(music) A particular sharp vibrating sound characteristic of electric guitars.

A trace of a regional or foreign accent in someone's voice.

(phonetics) The sound quality that appears in the human voice when the epilaryngeal tube is narrowed.

A sharp, pungent taste or flavor; sometimes, a disagreeable one specifically. +

(slang) An annoying or stupid person; especially, a recalcitrant.

To produce or cause to produce a sharp vibrating sound, like a tense string pulled and suddenly let go.

To have a nasal sound.

To have a trace of a regional or foreign accent.

(music) To play a stringed musical instrument by plucking and snapping.