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plectrum

/ˈplɛktəm/ noun · British & US
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What does plectrum mean?

noun

A small, flat piece of material, typically bone, plastic, or metal, used to pluck the strings of a musical instrument, such as a harp or a lute.

Example

"The musician carefully selected a plectrum to produce the desired tone."

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