hurdy-gurdy
/ˈhɜː.diˌɡɜː.di//ˈhɝː.diˌɡɝː.di/
noun
- 1
A stringed instrument that produces a droning sound by turning a handle that connects to a wheel that rubs against a rosined string, with a keyboard also used to alter the pitch of the string.
- 2
(California) A water wheel with radial buckets, driven by the impact of a jet.
- 3
A winch, a windlass.
Synonyms
adjective
- 1
Sounding like the Swedish language.
noun
- 1
A type of mechanically-played barrel organ designed to be played in the street.
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