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Equal Temperament.
Equal Temperament - as a noun
The division of the scale based on an octave that is divided into twelve exactly equal semitones
Example: "Equal temperament is the system commonly used in keyboard instruments"
Example Sentences
"The development of equal temperament allowed for greater flexibility and versatility in Western music."
"Pianos are typically tuned using equal temperament."
"Many electronic keyboards and synthesizers use a form of equal temperament."
"In equal temperament, the octave is divided into twelve equal semitones."
"The concept of equal temperament dates back to ancient Greece."