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Clavichord

Definition:

A clavichord is a musical instrument with a keyboard in which the strings are struck by tangents connected to the keys, thus producing soft and delicate tones. It is an early keyboard instrument popular in the 16th to 18th centuries.

Sample Sentences:

1. Her delicate touch on the clavichord created a beautiful melody.
2. The clavichord was widely used by composers during the Baroque period.
3. I attended a concert where they showcased the mesmerizing sound of a clavichord.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: The clavichord was invented in the Renaissance.
• Verb: He clavichorded the keys gently to produce a soft tone.
• Adjective: The clavichord music filled the room with its soothing notes.

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