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spinet

/ˈspaɪnɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does spinet mean?

noun

A small, two-manual harpsichord, typically with a rich, resonant sound. It is often used in Baroque music.

Example

"The spinet was a popular instrument in 17th-century Europe, particularly in the courts of royalty."

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