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1. WordNet® 3.0 (2006)
harpsichord
    n 1: a clavier with strings that are plucked by plectra mounted
         on pivots [syn: harpsichord, cembalo]
2. The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Harpsichord \Harp"si*chord\ (-k[^o]rd), n. [OF. harpechorde, in
   which the harpe is of German origin. See Harp, and
   Chord.] (Mus.)
   A harp-shaped instrument of music set horizontally on legs,
   like the grand piano, with strings of wire, played by the
   fingers, by means of keys provided with quills, instead of
   hammers, for striking the strings. It is now superseded by
   the piano.
   [1913 Webster]
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1. Moby Thesaurus II by Grady Ward, 1.0
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