Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pianola
noun
/piˈænəˌlɑː/
Definition
A pianola is a type of player piano that uses a piano roll to play music automatically.
Examples
- In the early 20th century, the pianola became a popular home entertainment device.
- She enjoyed listening to the pianola as it filled the room with classic tunes.
- The museum has a rare collection of pianolas from the vintage era.
Meaning
The term ‘pianola’ refers specifically to an automatic piano, which mechanically plays pre-recorded music through holes punched in a roll of paper.
Synonyms
- player piano
- mechanical piano
- automatic piano
