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zither
noun
verb
A musical instrument consisting of a flat sounding box with numerous strings placed on a horizontal surface, played with a plectrum or fingertips.
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/ˈzɪ.ðə/ /ˈzɪ.ðɚ/
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noun
A musical instrument consisting of a flat sounding box with numerous strings placed on a horizontal surface, played with a plectrum or fingertips.
(translations) Related or similar instruments in other cultures, such as the Chinese guqin or Norwegian harpeleik; especially any chordophone without a neck, and with strings that pass over the body.
verb
To play a zither.
To make a sound similar to that made by a zither; to move while making such a sound.