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calliope

Pronunciation: /kəˈlʌɪəpi/
Definition of calliope

noun

  • an American keyboard instrument resembling an organ but with the notes produced by steam whistles, formerly used on showboats and in travelling fairs.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from the Greek name Kalliopē (see Calliope)

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Definition of calliope in the US English dictionary
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