chest voice

the lower reaches, or range, of the speaking or singing voice, in which tone is created by pectoral breathing and chest resonance with little or no nasal resonance. A calm and relaxed normal speaking tone is generally delivered in a chest voice. Compare head voice.

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March 13th 2025

verbal abuse

extremely critical, threatening, or insulting words delivered in oral or written form and intended to demean, belittle, or frighten the recipient.