The difference between Cello and Endpin

When used as nouns, cello means a large stringed instrument of the violin family with four strings, tuned from lowest to highest c-g-d-a, and played with a bow, also possessing an endpin to support the instrument's weight, whereas endpin means the spike of a cello or double bass that makes contact with the floor and supports the weight of the instrument.

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  1. Cello as a noun (musical instruments):

    A large stringed instrument of the violin family with four strings, tuned from lowest to highest C-G-D-A, and played with a bow, also possessing an endpin to support the instrument's weight.

  1. Cello as a noun:

    cellophane

  1. Endpin as a noun (music, lutherie):

    The spike of a cello or double bass that makes contact with the floor and supports the weight of the instrument.

  2. Endpin as a noun (lutherie):

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