lute
1 synonym for lute, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A stringed musical instrument with a rounded, pear-shaped body and a fretted neck, played by plucking.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old French leüt, probably from Arabic al-ʿūd ("the wood"), by way of Old Occitan — the same root gives us the modern word "oud."
Full origin of lute →Frequently asked questions
What does “lute” mean?
The word “lute” means a stringed musical instrument with a rounded, pear-shaped body and a fretted neck, played by plucking. In plain terms, an old stringed instrument with a rounded body, popular in medieval and Renaissance music.
How do you pronounce “lute”?
“Lute” is pronounced loot (/lut/ in IPA).
How do you use “lute” in a sentence?
Here is “lute” used in a sentence: “The troubadour accompanied his ballad on the lute.”
What part of speech is “lute”?
Depending on how it is used, “lute” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “lute” come from?
The word “lute” comes from Old French. From Old French leüt, probably from Arabic al-ʿūd ("the wood"), by way of Old Occitan — the same root gives us the modern word "oud.".
How many meanings does “lute” have?
“Lute” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a stringed musical instrument with a rounded, pear-shaped body and a fretted neck, played by plucking.
