Augmented second

Noun

Definitions

1.Nounan interval that is equivalent to a major second widened by one chromatic semitone. In twelve-tone equal temperament, this is equal to three half steps where the notes are in consecutive staff positions (compare minor third.)

Synonyms

augmented sixth augmented third augmented seventh augmented fifth augmented octave diminished second augmented interval augmented ninth augmented fourth minor second semitone augmented sixth chord

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