plural of viol

(music) A stringed instrument related to the violin family, but held in the lap between the legs like a cello, usually with C-holes, a flat back, a fretted neck and six strings, played with an underhanded bow hold

To play the viol.

To violate, especially to rape.

plural of viola

(US) Tending to violate; of or relating to violation.

simple past tense and past participle of viol

present participle of viol

In a violative manner.

plural of bass viol