The difference between D-hole and Sound hole

When used as nouns, d-hole means a sound hole, shaped like the letter d, through the top surface of a string instrument, whereas sound hole means an opening in the belly of a stringed instrument that increases its volume and enhances its tone quality.


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  1. D-hole as a noun (musical instruments):

    A sound hole, shaped like the letter D, through the top surface of a string instrument.

  1. Sound hole as a noun (music):

    An opening in the belly of a stringed instrument that increases its volume and enhances its tone quality.

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