Monochord
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Monochord is a noun meaning A stringed instrument with only one string.
Meaning
A stringed instrument with only one string.
More Meanings
- A bass note on a piano that has a single string.
- A musical instrument for experimenting with the mathematical relations of musical sounds, consisting of a single string stretched between two bridges, one or both of which can be moved, and which stand upon a graduated rule for the purpose of changing and measuring the length of the part of the string between them.
Example Sentences
If a musician were going to give a lecture upon the mathematical part of his art, he would find a very elegant substitute for the monochord in the Chinese kin.
Word Forms
- monochords
Synonyms for monochord
Depending on context, synonyms include kanon.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chordophone, harmonichord, glassichord, windchime, armonica, concertina.
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