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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Two or more chords, each constructed in a different manner, one on top of the other; multiple chords.
2. 2
   A musical instrument having ten strings.
3. 3
   A device, attached to a keyboard, for coupling two octave notes.

Adjective

1. 1
   having many strings

Synonyms

All synonyms

harp

Etymology

From poly- + chord.

Related phrases

musical instrument

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