Dulcimer

/ˈdʌlsɪmər/ noun

Definition

A percussion or stringed instrument played by striking or plucking strings with hammers or hands, producing a warm, mellow sound.

Etymology

From Latin 'dulcis' (sweet) plus 'melos' (song), arriving through Old French 'doulcemer.' The name directly translates to 'sweet song' or 'sweet sound.'

Kelly Says

The dulcimer is literally named 'sweet song'—and if you've ever heard one played, you'd understand why ancient musicians gave it such a poetic name!

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