I. ˈche(ˌ)lō noun
( plural cellos -ōz ; also cel·li -(ˌ)lē)
Etymology: short for violoncello
: the bass member of the violin family tuned an octave below the viola and played from a sitting position with the instrument held almost vertically on the floor — compare contrabass
II. ˈse(ˌ)lō adjective
Etymology: short for cellophane
1. : made of cellophane
a cello bag
2. : wrapped in cellophane
a dozen carrots, cello