Meaning of the word harp in English

What does harp mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

harp

US /hɑːrp/

UK /hɑːp/

a large, upright, stringed musical instrument that is played by plucking the strings with the fingers.

Example:

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She played a beautiful melody on the harp.

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The orchestra featured a prominent harp section.

Synonym:

lyre zither

to talk or write persistently and tediously on a particular topic.

Example:

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He tends to harp on the same old problems.

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Please don't harp on my mistakes.

Synonym:

dwell on go on about nag grumble complain

Related Word:

harp on Jew's harp