a. (UN-1 7.)
1773. J. Herries, Elem. Speech, 58. The simple elements of speech [include] some vocal, some unvocal, some open, some shut.
1858. Carlyle, Fredk. Gt., IV. ii. I. 393. He is a man to keep the world’s tongue wagging,… though himself of very unvocal nature.
1885. Athenæum, 17 Jan., 94/3. The composer indulges in unvocal intervals and harsh progressions.
