vi·o·la -1 n.
1- A stringed instrument of the violin family, slightly larger than a violin, tuned a fifth lower, and having a deeper, more sonorous tone.
2- An organ stop usually of eight-foot or four-foot pitch yielding stringlike tones.
vi·o·la -2 n.
A plant of the genus Viola, which includes the violets and pansies, especially a variety having flowers resembling violets in size and shape and pansies in coloration.
voi·là - interj.
Used to call attention to or express satisfaction with a thing shown or accomplished: Mix the ingredients, chill, and voilà! a light, tasty dessert.
