Voy·ol n. Naut. (a) See Viol, 2. (b) The block through which a messenger passes. [Written also viol, and voyal.]
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Vi·ol n.
1. Mus. A stringed musical instrument formerly in use, of the same form as the violin, but larger, and having six strings, to be struck with a bow, and the neck furnished with frets for stopping the strings.
Me softer airs befit, and softer strings
Of lute, or viol still, more apt for mournful things. --Milton.
Note: ☞ The name is now applied as a general term to designate instruments of the violin kind, as tenor viol, bass viol, etc.
2. Naut. A large rope sometimes used in weighing anchor. [Written also voyal, and voyal.]
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