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hurdy-gurdy Synonyms

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• noun (Context 1)

A stringed musical instrument that produces sound by a hand-cranked, rosined wheel rubbing against the strings, featuring a keyboard mechanism to alter the pitch and drone strings that provide a constant harmonic background.

Usage Example

"The traditional folk band's unique sound was largely defined by the distinctive, buzzing drone of the vielle."

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vielle
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organistrum

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hurdy-gurdy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hurdy-gurdy
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