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harpsichord

UK/'hɑ:psikɒ:d/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

A keyboard instrument common in Baroque music, in which keys cause plectra to pluck strings, producing a bright harp-like tone.

羽管键琴,拨弦古钢琴

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
harpsiroot
+
chordstem
=harpsichord

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The harpsichord was a popular keyboard instrument during the Renaissance.

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