Meaning of the word balalaika in English

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balalaika

US /ˌbæl.əˈlaɪ.kə/
UK /ˌbæl.əˈlaɪ.kə/
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Noun

a stringed musical instrument of Russian origin, with a triangular body and three strings.

Example:
The musician played a lively tune on his balalaika.
The folk band featured a prominent balalaika player.