Word: detune
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: de
tune
Definition: To intentionally lower or raise the pitch produced by a musical instrument. Often done to produce sounds not normally possible, or in the case of stringed instruments to reduce tension for the purposes of shipping or maintenance.
Morphemes:
Affix: de-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Intensifying; make more intense, stronger, or more marked; 
Etymology Compounds: Affix: dē-
Language: la
Decoded: de-
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: de-
Affix: tune
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To adjust (a musical instrument) so that it produces the correct pitches.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: τόνος
Language: grc
Decoded: tonos
Meaning: a tone