The Clue
Range of some robe wearers (4 letter answer)
The Answer
ALTO
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Notes
The answer ALTO is very common and appears about once every 39 puzzles.
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Definition
ALTO as a noun:
1. a singer whose voice lies in the alto clef
2. (contralto, alto) = the lowest female singing voice
3. (countertenor, alto) = the highest adult male singing voice
4. (of a musical instrument) the second highest instrument in a family of musical instruments
5. the pitch range of the lowest female voice
ALTO as an adjective:
1. (alto, contralto) = of or being the lowest female voice
2. (countertenor, alto) = of or being the highest male voice; having a range above that of tenor
3. (of a musical instrument) second highest member of a group; "alto clarinet or recorder"