Associations to the word «Harpsichord»

Wiktionary

HARPSICHORD, noun. (musici) A musical instrument that produces sound by plucking the strings with a plectrum through a mechanical process when the performer presses on a key on a piano-like keyboard, originating in Middle Ages Europe.

Dictionary definition

HARPSICHORD, noun. A clavier with strings that are plucked by plectra mounted on pivots.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy