noun Download 🔗Share A rank of organ pipes, so called for a supposed resemblance of the sound to that of a viola da gamba. Examples : "The organist adjusted the gambas pipes, seeking to soften the timbre and mimic the rich, cello-like sound of the viola da gamba. " music organ sound Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A stringed instrument related to the violin family, but held in the lap between the legs like a cello, usually with C-holes, a flat back, a fretted neck and six strings, played with an underhanded bow hold. Examples : "The musician carefully tuned the gambas before the early music concert. " music Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
