overtone

名词

1. 1

   言外之意、弦外之音、暗示常用复数

   His speech had clear political overtones that worried the audience.

   他的演讲带有明显的政治意味，令听众感到不安。

2. 2

   泛音、陪音音乐

   The bell produced a rich set of overtones that lingered in the hall.

   那座钟发出丰富的泛音，在大厅里久久不散。