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As a surprise to Johnson, Iris Smith of Cakes by Iris created a larger-than-life groom's cake — a full-scale replica of his beloved guitar, Maple, with every detail, including the signatures on the front.—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 22 May 2025 Seated on a stool with an acoustic guitar and surrounded by a semi-circle of 11 ace musicians, Simon delivered ruminations, deliberations and hymns via soft, deceivingly casual phrasings.—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025 Everything about the guitar is quality - really amazing components.—Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025 This rare, hands-on recording museum highlights the sonic legacy of guitar god Les Paul.—Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for guitar
Word History
Etymology
French guitare, from Spanish guitarra, from Arabic qītār, from Greek kithara cithara
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