temperament : Idioms & Phrases

• . See Temperament.

Webster 1913

• the bilious temperament.

Webster 1913

• noun the division of the scale based on an octave that is divided into twelve exactly equal semitones
  
  • equal temperament is the system commonly used in keyboard instruments

WordNet

• (Mus.), that in which the variations from mathematically true pitch are distributed among all the keys alike.
• . (Mus.) See Temperament.

Webster 1913

• (Old Physiol.), a temperament in which the lymphatic system seems to predominate, that is, a system in which the complexion lacks color and the tissues seem to be of loose texture; hence, a temperament lacking energy, inactive, indisposed to exertion or excitement. See Temperament.

Webster 1913

• a condition of body characterized by a general predominance of mental manifestations.

Webster 1913

• (Old Physiol.), lymphatic temperament. See under Lymphatic.

Webster 1913

• (Mus.), that in which the variations are thrown into the keys least used.

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