harmonica

UK/hɑ:'mɒnikә/US

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Definitions

A small rectangular wind instrument played by blowing and drawing air through rows of holes

口琴

Root Breakdown

Root-derived

harmonharmony, fitting together, agreement of parts

-icarelating to, having the nature of

=harmonica

harmon (harmony) + a Latin-style -ica ending = 'the harmonious one,' named for its sweet, blended tones. The name was first used by Benjamin Franklin for his glass instrument, then passed to the mouth organ we call a harmonica today.

Root harmon still carries 6 more words

Example Sentences

1.
He pulled a harmonica from his pocket and played a slow blues tune.

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