Jews' Harp (Noun)
Meaning
A small lyre-shaped musical instrument that is placed between the teeth and played by twanging a wire tongue while changing the shape of the mouth cavity.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The musician's fingers danced across the jews' harp, creating a lively melody that filled the room.
- In some cultures, the jews' harp is considered a simple, yet expressive instrument that can evoke a range of emotions.
- The street performer's jews' harp playing was so captivating that it drew a large crowd of onlookers.
- The jews' harp's unique sound is often used in folk music to add a touch of authenticity to traditional songs.
- As a child, he had learned to play the jews' harp from his grandfather, who had brought the instrument back from a trip abroad.