trumpet marine

noun

: a triangular medieval bowed musical instrument about six feet long having one long catgut string that produces powerful and coarse-toned natural harmonics when played

called also monochord

Word History

Etymology

probably so called from its resemblance to large speaking trumpets used formerly on Italian and other European ships

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“Trumpet marine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trumpet%20marine. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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