What is another word for clavichord?

Pronunciation: [klˈavɪkˌɔːd] (IPA)

The clavichord is a historical keyboard instrument that was popular during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The word "clavichord" comes from the Latin word "clavis," meaning "key," and "chorda," meaning "string." While the clavichord is not as well-known today as some of its contemporaries, such as the harpsichord and piano, it has an interesting history and unique tone. Synonyms for the clavichord include clavier, virginal, spinet, and harpsichord. Each of these instruments has similar characteristics to the clavichord, but also has its own unique features and history.

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Usage examples for Clavichord

The elder daughter, who was going to marry an actor, was extremely beautiful, an accomplished dancer, and played on the clavichord like a professional, and was altogether most charming and graceful.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
Her relations intended her for Clement, who had been teaching her the clavichord for the last three years.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
There is a well-known story of his contriving to smuggle a clavichord into a garret without his father's knowledge in order to practise on it while the rest of the family were asleep, but for this tale Mainwaring is our only authority.
"Handel"
Edward J. Dent

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