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harp


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verb

Definition of HARP

intransitive verb
1
: to play on a harp
2
: to dwell on or recur to a subject tiresomely or monotonously —usually used with on
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First Known Use of HARP

before 12th century

Other Music Terms

cacophony, chorister, concerto, counterpoint, madrigal, obbligato, presto, presto, refrain, riff, segue

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