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mandolin

What is another word for mandolin? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Noun — A small stringed instrument with a rounded or flat back and paired strings, played with a pick.

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Etymology

From French mandoline, from Italian mandolino, a diminutive of mandola, an older stringed instrument.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mandolin” mean?
The word “mandolin” means a small stringed instrument with a rounded or flat back and paired strings, played with a pick. In plain terms, either a small stringed musical instrument or a slicing tool used in the kitchen.
How do you pronounce “mandolin”?
“Mandolin” is pronounced MAN-duh-lihn (/ˈmændə(ˌ)lɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “mandolin” in a sentence?
Here is “mandolin” used in a sentence: “He strummed a lively tune on his mandolin at the bluegrass jam.”
What part of speech is “mandolin”?
“Mandolin” is a noun.
Where does the word “mandolin” come from?
The word “mandolin” comes from French. From French mandoline, from Italian mandolino, a diminutive of mandola, an older stringed instrument.
How many meanings does “mandolin” have?
“Mandolin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small stringed instrument with a rounded or flat back and paired strings, played with a pick.

Related words

banjo-mandolin banjolin mandola mandolin-banjo manjo

Nearby words

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