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Definition of Hurdy-gurdy
1. Noun. A musical instrument that makes music by rotation of a cylinder studded with pegs.
Exact synonyms: Barrel Organ, Grind Organ, Hand Organ, Hurdy Gurdy, Street Organ
Generic synonyms: Instrument, Musical Instrument
Category relationships: Music
Generic synonyms: Instrument, Musical Instrument
Category relationships: Music
Definition of Hurdy-gurdy
1. Adjective. (jocular) Sounding like the Swedish language. ¹
2. Noun. (qualifier music) A medieval stringed instrument which has a droning sound. One hand turns a handle connected to a wheel which vibrates the strings, while the other hand plays a keyboard to alter the pitch. ¹
3. Noun. (qualifier music) A barrel organ. ¹
4. Noun. (US California) A water wheel with radial buckets, driven by the impact of a jet. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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