Organ-grinder (Noun)
Meaning
A street musician who plays a hand organ or hurdy-gurdy.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The organ-grinder on the corner played lively tunes to entertain the lunchtime crowd.
- She dropped a few coins into the organ-grinder's hat as she walked by, enjoying the nostalgic sound.
- In the old days, organ-grinders were a common sight on city streets, adding to the urban ambiance.
- The organ-grinder's music was a familiar sound in the neighborhood, a comforting presence on chilly mornings.
- As a child, he had been fascinated by the organ-grinder who played near the park entrance every Sunday.