SPINET


Meaning of SPINET in English

ˈspinə̇t noun

( -s )

Etymology: Italian spinetta, probably diminutive of spina thorn, from Latin; from the use of quills to pluck the strings — more at spine

1. : a small harpsichord having a single keyboard

2.

a. : a compactly built upright piano of reduced height and usually reduced keyboard suitable for limited space

b. : a small electronic organ

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