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F (3)
F [ ef ] (plural F's or Fs)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. 'F'-shaped object: something shaped like a letter 'F'
2. 4th note in C major: the fourth note of a scale in C major
3. something that produces F: a string, key, or pipe tuned to produce the note F
4. scale beginning on F: a scale or key that starts on the note F
5. written symbol for F: a graphic representation of the tone of F
6. education lowest grade: the sixth lowest grade in a series, also used to indicate a 'fail' in grading a student's work
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