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Harpsichord
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WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.
Harpsichord
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a horizontally strung stringed keyboard instrument, triangular in shape, consisting usually of two manuals controlling various sets of strings plucked by pivoted plectrums mounted on jacks. Some harpsichords have a pedal keyboard and stops by which the tone colour may be varied
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Harpsichord
see synonyms of harpsichord noun
a stringed musical instrument with a keyboard, often with two manuals: the strings
are plucked by points of leather or quill when the keys are pressed, producing short, abrupt tones
see also clavichordWebster’s New World College Dictionary, 4th Edition. Copyright © 2010 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. All rights reserved.
Harpsichord
see synonyms of harpsichordn.
A keyboard instrument whose strings are plucked by means of quills or plectrums.
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