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Harpsichord - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Harpsichord : (noun)
1: a clavier with strings that are plucked by plectra mounted
on pivots [syn: cembalo]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Harpsichord : \Harp"si*chord\, n. [OF. harpechorde, in which the
harpe is of German origin. See Harp, and Chord.] (Mus.)
A harp-shaped instrument of music set horizontally on legs,
like the grand piano, with strings of wire, played by the
fingers, by means of keys provided with quills, instead of
hammers, for striking the strings. It is now superseded by
the piano.
Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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Example Usage of Harpsichord |
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HansPiet: The Harpsichord is probably the most bad ass of all instruments.. It would at least make the top five. |
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violinhi: Now Playing: Purcell: Suite No. 2 For Harpsichord In G Minor (Z 661), 3: Corant by Pieter-Jan Belder (harpischord) |
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violinhi: Now Playing: Purcell: Suite No. 2 For Harpsichord In G Minor (Z 661), 2: Almand by Pieter-Jan Belder (harpischord) |
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