theorbo

Noun

Meaning

An instrument made like large lute, but having two necks, with two sets of pegs, the lower set holding the strings governed by frets, while to the upper set were attached the long bass strings used as open notes.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

viola d'amore lute mandolin contrabass cello double bass bass viol psaltery archlute banjo bass guitar sitar samisen baryton ukulele
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Close letter words and terms

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