vocalise meaning and definition

VOCALISE verb

Definition of vocalise (verb)

1. sing (each note a scale or in a melody) with the same vowel
   • synonyms: vocalize
2. pronounce as a vowel
   • "between two consonants, this liquid is vowelized"
   • synonyms: vocalize, vowelise, vowelize
3. express or state clearly
   • synonyms: articulate, enunciate, vocalize
4. utter with vibrating vocal chords
   • synonyms: sound, vocalize, voice
   • antonym: devoice
5. utter speech sounds
   • synonyms: phonate, vocalize