Meaning of gittern in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɡɪdərn/

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  1. Noun

    gittern

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from Old French guiterne; perhaps related to cittern and guitar

    Definitions

    1. a 16th century musical instrument resembling a guitar with a pear-shaped soundbox and wire strings

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