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Calíope — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • calliope noun A musical instrument made of steam whistles played from a keyboard, traditionally heard at fairgrounds and on riverboats.

Senses

Calíope is used for these senses in English:

  • Calliope (Greek god) The Muse of eloquence and epic or heroic poetry; the mother of Orpheus with Apollo.
  • calliope A musical organ, consisting of steam whistles played with a keyboard. Often used with merry-go-rounds.