major mode

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Noun major mode has 1 sense

major key, major mode - a key whose harmony is based on the major scale
--₁ is a kind of key, tonality

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Major mode

Noun

Music theory: A scale or key in Western tonal music that is built on a major scale and generally conveys a brighter or happier mood. The major mode is characterized by a particular sequence of whole and half steps.
Programming: A software development mode that allows the creation and editing of source code files.
Computer science: A state of operation in which a computer or system is functioning at its highest capacity.

Sample sentences:

He composed a beautiful melody using the major mode, creating a cheerful and uplifting song.
In major mode, the most commonly used chords are the tonic, subdominant, and dominant.
I switched to the major mode in my code editor to work on the new feature.
The server is currently operating in major mode, efficiently handling all incoming requests.

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