concertina
|con-cer-ti-na|
B2
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/ˌkɒnsərˈtiːnə/
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/ˌkɒnsəˈtiːnə/
small musical instrument
Etymology
Etymology Information
'concertina' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'concertina,' where 'concertare' meant 'to harmonize.'
Historical Evolution
'concertina' changed from the Italian word 'concertina' and eventually became the modern English word 'concertina.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small musical instrument,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small musical instrument, similar to an accordion, with buttons on both ends and a bellows in the middle.
She played a lively tune on her concertina.
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Last updated: 2025/04/18 15:37