accordion
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/əˈkɔr.di.ən/
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/əˈkɔː.di.ən/
portable musical instrument
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accordion' originates from German, specifically the word 'Akkordeon', where 'Akkord' meant 'chord' or 'agreement'.
Historical Evolution
'Akkordeon' transformed into the English word 'accordion' in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a musical instrument producing chords', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a portable musical instrument with a keyboard and bellows, played by pressing keys and squeezing the bellows to produce sound.
She played a lively tune on her accordion.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 01:36