Word
cora
Phoneticsco·ra
/ˈkɔɹə/
Definition
n. a type of large, traditional harp from West Africa with 21 strings. It is played with the fingers and has a beautiful, clear sound.
n. a West African bridge-harp with 21 strings, traditionally constructed from a large calabash gourd and cowhide. It is played with the thumbs and forefingers, combining features of the lute and the harp.
Usage
Often spelled 'kora' in modern English; 'cora' is an older or variant spelling found in historical texts.
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