Meaning Of The Word Tone-deaf

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What's The Definition Of Tone-deaf?

tone-deaf
adjective: If you say that someone is tone-deaf, you mean that they cannot sing in tune or recognize different tunes.

tone-deaf in American English
not able to distinguish accurately differences in musical pitch
adjective: unable to distinguish differences in pitch in musical sounds when producing or hearing them

tone-deaf in British English
adjective: unable to distinguish subtle differences in musical pitch

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