Definition of tone down Tone down

We found 5 definitions of tone down from 3 different sources.

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What does tone down mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Verb

tone down - make less strong or intense; soften; "Tone down that aggressive letter"; "The author finally tamed some of his potentially offensive statements"
  moderate, tame
  modify, alter, change make less severe or harsh or extreme; "please modify this letter to make it more polite"; "he modified his views on same-gender marriage"
tone down - deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping
  muffle, mute, dull, damp, dampen
  soften become soft or softer; "The bread will soften if you pour some liquid on it"
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  • tone down (Verb)
    To relax; to make quieter or less obtrusive; to make milder.
  • tone down (Verb)
    To make a television program, piece of writing, etc. less offensive and so more suitable for a family audience.

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  • tone down
    To make less strong or intense; soften.

Pronunciation

Sign Language

tone down in sign language
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