Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
piano
Noun
/piˈæn.oʊ/
Definition
A large musical instrument with a keyboard that produces sound by striking strings with hammers when the keys are pressed.
Examples
- She played a beautiful melody on the piano.
- The concert featured a solo piano performance.
- He practices the piano every evening to improve his skills.
Meaning
The piano is a stringed instrument characterized by its ability to produce a wide range of tones, played by pressing keys that activate hammers against strings.
Synonyms
- Fortepiano
- Keyboard