Definitions
A bowed string instrument slightly larger and lower-pitched than a violin.
Word origin
From Latin viola (“violet”).
Used in a sentence
“But those who attack violists shouldn't throw resin. Once the ergonomic viola catches on what instrument will be immune?”
“Also in that series, without Mr. Masur's guiding hand, Ms. Phelps and Ms. Young will anchor performances of Bach's Sixth "Brandenburg" Concerto, in which violas carry the upper lines.”
“And viola, Eureka California! I have finished my greatest invention: the worst dog in the world!”
Source: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0
Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues
01“Alto bowed string”5 letters
02“Alto string instrument”5 letters
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