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Noun — A keyboard instrument that produces sound by pushing air through small reeds, worked with foot pedals or a hand pump.

Etymology

Coined in French by instrument maker Alexandre Debain in 1840, from harmony plus the Latin-style ending -ium.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “harmonium” mean?

The word “harmonium” means a keyboard instrument that produces sound by pushing air through small reeds, worked with foot pedals or a hand pump. In plain terms, a pump-organ style keyboard instrument, common in churches and in Indian classical and devotional music.

How do you pronounce “harmonium”?

“Harmonium” is pronounced hah-MOH-nee-uhm (/hɑɹˈmoʊ̯.ni.əm/ in IPA).

How do you use “harmonium” in a sentence?

Here is “harmonium” used in a sentence: “The old church harmonium wheezed as she pumped the pedals.”

What part of speech is “harmonium”?

“Harmonium” is a noun.

Where does the word “harmonium” come from?

The word “harmonium” dates back to around 1840 and comes from Latin. Coined in French by instrument maker Alexandre Debain in 1840, from harmony plus the Latin-style ending -ium.

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