treble clef

/ˌtrɛbəl ˈklɛf/
/ˈtrɛbəl klɛf/
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Other forms: treble clefs

Definitions of treble clef
  1. noun
    a clef that puts the G above middle C on the second line of a staff
    synonyms: G clef, treble staff
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    type of:
    clef
    a musical notation written on a staff indicating the pitch of the notes following it
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