Viol

noun

/ˈvaɪ.əl/

Word Frequency: 0.2

Definitions

1.nounA stringed instrument related to the violin family, but held in the lap between the legs like a cello, usually with C-holes, a flat back, a fretted neck and six strings, played with an underhanded bow hold.

2.verbTo play the viol.

Synonyms

gamba viola d'amore viola da gamba treble voyl pardessus baryton musical bow neck table saddle barydon

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