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piano1

Pronunciation: /pɪˈanəʊ/
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Definition of piano

noun (plural pianos)

  • a large keyboard musical instrument with a wooden case enclosing a soundboard and metal strings, which are struck by hammers when the keys are depressed. The strings' vibration is stopped by dampers when the keys are released and can be regulated for length and volume by two or three pedals.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Italian, abbreviation of pianoforte

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