viola

Definitions of viola
  1. noun
    any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers
    synonyms: mammola, violetta
  2. noun
    a bowed stringed instrument slightly larger than a violin, tuned a fifth lower
  3. adjective
    of a color intermediate between red and blue
    synonyms: violaceo, violetto
    colorato
    being or having or characterized by hue
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