violin /ˌvaɪəˈlɪn/ noun [C]
► A2 a wooden musical instrument with four strings that is held against the neck and played by moving a bow across the stringsThesaurus+: ↑String instruments• • •
Extra Examples:» She plays the violin with great expression .» The top string on your violin is flat.» A cello has a fuller sound than a violin.» She practises the violin every day.» I went to a violin recital today.