Tremolo1. (n.) The rapid reiteration of tones without any apparent cessation, so as to produce a tremulous effect.
2. (n.) A certain contrivance in an organ, which causes the notes to sound with rapid pulses or beats, producing a tremulous effect; -- called also tremolant, and tremulant.
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