Finesentence logo

Rosined: meaning, definitions and examples

🎻
Add to dictionary

rosined

 

[ ˈrɒzɪnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

musical instruments

To rosin is to apply resin, particularly to the bows of stringed instruments like violins and cellos, to provide a better grip on the strings and produce a clearer sound. Rosin is typically derived from pine tree sap, providing the sticky quality needed for bowing. The process of rosining is fundamental for performers to achieve an optimal performance, ensuring that the bow glides smoothly across the strings. It is often used in conjunction with the regular maintenance of musical equipment.

Synonyms

apply rosin, condition, prepare

Examples of usage

  • She rosined her violin bow before the concert.
  • The cellist applied rosin generously for better sound.
  • He forgot to rosin his bow and struggled during the rehearsal.

Translations

Translations of the word "rosined" in other languages:

🇵🇹 resinado

🇮🇳 रसिनयुक्त

🇩🇪 harzartig

🇮🇩 resin

🇺🇦 смолистий

🇵🇱 żywiczny

🇯🇵 ロジンの

🇫🇷 résiné

🇪🇸 resinado

🇹🇷 rezinli

🇰🇷 로진의

🇸🇦 راتن

🇨🇿 pryskyřičný

🇸🇰 pryskyřičný

🇨🇳 树脂的

🇸🇮 smolnati

🇮🇸 harðgert

🇰🇿 резина

🇬🇪 რეზინის

🇦🇿 rezinli

🇲🇽 resinado

Etymology

The word 'rosin' comes from the Latin 'rosinum', meaning 'the resin of a tree'. Its etymology can be traced back to the Greek word 'ἔρεσον' (érison), which relates to the sap of trees, particularly those in the pine family. As musicians began using natural resins to enhance the sound of their instruments, the term 'rosin' evolved to denote this specific practice. Over the centuries, it became a staple in the world of classical music, recognized for its essential role in string instrument performance. The technique of rosining has been passed down through generations of musicians, adapting along with advancements in materials and methods but retaining its foundational importance in achieving quality sound. Today, the application of rosin remains a crucial skill for violinists, cellists, and other string players, rooted deeply in music history and craftsmanship.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,441, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.