accordion
2 synonyms for accordion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A boxy musical instrument with folding bellows, played by pressing buttons or keys while squeezing air through it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
squeeze box
piano accordion
How to use accordion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
play the accordion
accordion menu
accordion fold
Etymology
Borrowed in the 1830s from German Akkordeon, from Akkord ("harmony, chord"), itself from French accord — the same root as the word "accord."
Full origin of accordion →Frequently asked questions
What does “accordion” mean?
The word “accordion” means a boxy musical instrument with folding bellows, played by pressing buttons or keys while squeezing air through it.
How do you pronounce “accordion”?
“Accordion” is pronounced uh-KAW-dee-uhn (/əˈkoɹ.di.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “accordion” in a sentence?
Here is “accordion” used in a sentence: “He played a lively tune on the accordion at the street festival.”
What part of speech is “accordion”?
“Accordion” is a noun.
Where does the word “accordion” come from?
The word “accordion” dates back to around 1830 and comes from French. Borrowed in the 1830s from German Akkordeon, from Akkord ("harmony, chord"), itself from French accord — the same root as the word "accord.".
How many meanings does “accordion” have?
“Accordion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a boxy musical instrument with folding bellows, played by pressing buttons or keys while squeezing air through it.
