baryton

Meaning

A viol-like stringed instrument (chordophone) mainly played with a bow but with a set of plucked strings as well, originating in European music prior to the 1800s.

Synonyms

penetron

mesoton

Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈbæɹɪtɒn/
Etymology

From the German Baryton, from bary- + Ton. Doublet of baritone and barytone.

Notes

Sign in to write sticky notes