clavichord

noun

clav·i·chord ˈkla-və-ˌkȯrd How to pronounce clavichord (audio)

: an early keyboard instrument having strings struck by tangents attached directly to the key ends

clavichordist

ˈkla-və-ˌkȯr-dist How to pronounce clavichord (audio)

noun

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web As cracking leaves and creaking doors giving way to plaintive clavichords, Jaar bleeds atmosphere and rhythm into an unholy playground for Harrington's piercing guitar work.

Billboard Staff, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2019 Before logging miles on this afternoon hike, we are treated to a soothing musical performance on the clavichord, an instrument dating back to 14th century Japan whose gentle notes amplify the enchanting whisper of the forest.

Chioma Nnadi, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2018 The group's timbre is sometimes altered by Wachsmann's subtle waves of electronics and Sandell's occasional use of clavichord and portative organ.

Peter Margasak, Chicago Reader, 2 Feb. 2018 One may be 47 percent bassoon and 53 percent clavichord.

Cade Metz, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2017 Later, this became the clavichord, then the harpsicord, then the pianoforte, which becomes the piano.

National Geographic, 11 Dec. 2016

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin clavichordium, from Latin clavis key + chorda string — more at cord

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

单词	clavichord
释义	clavichord noun clav·i·chord ˈkla-və-ˌkȯrd : an early keyboard instrument having strings struck by tangents attached directly to the key ends clavichordist ˈkla-və-ˌkȯr-dist noun Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web As cracking leaves and creaking doors giving way to plaintive clavichords, Jaar bleeds atmosphere and rhythm into an unholy playground for Harrington's piercing guitar work. Billboard Staff, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2019 Before logging miles on this afternoon hike, we are treated to a soothing musical performance on the clavichord, an instrument dating back to 14th century Japan whose gentle notes amplify the enchanting whisper of the forest. Chioma Nnadi, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2018 The group's timbre is sometimes altered by Wachsmann's subtle waves of electronics and Sandell's occasional use of clavichord and portative organ. Peter Margasak, Chicago Reader, 2 Feb. 2018 One may be 47 percent bassoon and 53 percent clavichord. Cade Metz, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2017 Later, this became the clavichord, then the harpsicord, then the pianoforte, which becomes the piano. National Geographic, 11 Dec. 2016 Word History Etymology Medieval Latin clavichordium, from Latin clavis key + chorda string — more at cord First Known Use 15th century, in the meaning defined above
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