Definition

Relating to or characteristic of the saxophone, a musical instrument.

Example

The saxophonic melodies filled the jazz club with a warm, rich sound.

Conversation

Have you ever listened to saxophonic music live?

Yeah, it's so smooth and relaxing!

I love how the saxophonic sounds can fill a room with energy.

Absolutely, it really brings the music to life!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Saxophonic → It is formed from "saxo-" (from the Latin "saxum", meaning stone, referring to the saxophone's hard material) and "phonic" (from Greek "phonē", meaning sound). The word "saxophonic" refers to the sound produced by a saxophone, an instrument made of metal that produces musical tones.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'stone' ('saxo-') used to make the saxophone, combined with 'sound' ('phonic'), to remember that 'saxophonic' relates to the sound of the saxophone.

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