Aeolian Harp

Pronunciation: /iˈoʊ.li.ən hɑːrp/

Definitions of aeolian harp

noun a type of harp that produces sound when the wind blows across its strings

Example Sentences

A1 An aeolian harp is a musical instrument that plays in the wind.

A2 I heard the beautiful sound of an aeolian harp while walking in the park.

B1 The aeolian harp on the balcony created a soothing melody as the wind blew through it.

B2 The musician showcased his talent by playing the aeolian harp with precision and skill.

C1 The intricate design of the aeolian harp allowed for a wide range of musical notes to be produced.

C2 The composer incorporated the ethereal sounds of the aeolian harp into his symphony, creating a unique and captivating piece of music.

Examples of aeolian harp in a Sentence

formal The composer wrote a piece for the aeolian harp, showcasing its unique sound.

informal I love listening to the aeolian harp in the garden, it's so peaceful.

slang Have you ever heard an aeolian harp? It's like nature's own music player.

figurative The wind whispered through the trees, playing the forest like an aeolian harp.

Grammatical Forms of aeolian harp

• plural: aeolian harps
• comparative: more aeolian harp
• superlative: most aeolian harp
• present tense: plays aeolian harp
• future tense: will play aeolian harp
• perfect tense: has played aeolian harp
• continuous tense: is playing aeolian harp
• singular: aeolian harp
• positive degree: very aeolian harp
• infinitive: to play aeolian harp
• gerund: playing aeolian harp
• participle: played aeolian harp

Origin and Evolution of aeolian harp

First Known Use: 1674 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The Aeolian harp is named after Aeolus, the Greek god of the wind.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a musical instrument played by the wind, the term 'aeolian harp' later came to be used more broadly to describe any instrument that produces sound through the action of the wind.