Definition of Vocalise

Verb: vocalise 'vow-ku,lIz
Usage: Brit (N. Amer: vocalize)

Sing (each note a scale or in a melody) with the same vowel
- vocalize
Pronounce as a vowel
"between two consonants, this liquid is vocalised";
- vocalize, vowelize, vowelise [Brit]
Express or state clearly
- articulate, enunciate, vocalize
Utter with vibrating vocal chords
- voice, sound, vocalize
Utter speech sounds
- vocalize, phonate