virginal (Meaning)
virginal (n)
a legless rectangular harpsichord; played (usually by women) in the 16th and 17th centuries
virginal (a)
characteristic of a virgin or virginity
virginal (s)
untouched or undefiled
in a state of sexual virginity
virginal (a.)
Of or pertaining to a virgin; becoming a virgin; maidenly.
virginal (n.)
An instrument somewhat resembling the spinet, but having a rectangular form, like the small piano. It had strings and keys, but only one wire to a note. The instrument was used in the sixteenth century, but is now wholly obsolete. It was sometimes called a pair of virginals.
virginal (v. i.)
To play with the fingers, as if on a virginal; to tap or pat.
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virginal Sentence Examples
- She wore a virginal white dress on her wedding day, symbolizing purity and innocence.
- The untouched snow formed a virginal blanket over the landscape, untouched by human footprints.
- His painting depicted a serene countryside scene, with virginal fields stretching to the horizon.
- The antique piano had a delicate, virginal appearance, hinting at its long history of music-making.
- Her voice had a virginal quality, soft and pure, captivating all who heard it.
- The old church stood with its virginal white walls, a beacon of hope in the village.
- The protagonist's innocence was reflected in her virginal demeanor, untainted by the world's corruption.
- The virginal forest whispered secrets to those who dared to listen, its ancient trees standing guard over hidden wonders.
- The young couple exchanged virginal glances, their love blossoming like a delicate flower in spring.
- The mountain air was crisp and virginal, invigorating the hikers as they ascended to new heights.
FAQs About the word virginal
a legless rectangular harpsichord; played (usually by women) in the 16th and 17th centuries, characteristic of a virgin or virginity, untouched or undefiled, in
pristine, fresh, virgin, mint, unblemished,untouched, unsullied, unspoiled, brand-new, uncontaminated
injured, tainted, worn, soiled, faded, bruised, broken, damaged, polluted, injured
She wore a virginal white dress on her wedding day, symbolizing purity and innocence.
The untouched snow formed a virginal blanket over the landscape, untouched by human footprints.
His painting depicted a serene countryside scene, with virginal fields stretching to the horizon.
The antique piano had a delicate, virginal appearance, hinting at its long history of music-making.
