virittää

Finnish

pronunciation
Definitions
  • to tune modify a musical instrument so that it produces the correct pitches
  • to tune adjust a mechanical, electric or electronic device so that it functions optimally
  • to tune make more precise, intense, or effective
  • to voice tune the pipes of an organ
  • to tune in adjust the frequency of a receiver to match with that of a specific television or radio station
  • to set, arm, activate of a trap or similar, to make ready for action
  • (~ tuli) to light light a fire
  • to jury-rig create a makeshift, ad hoc solution from resources at hand
  • (mathematics) to span

Etymology

Suffix from Finnish vireä.

Origin

Finnish

vireä

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