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rebec (n.)
An instrument formerly used which somewhat resembled the violin, having three strings, and being played with a bow.
A contemptuous term applied to an old woman.
rebec Sentence Examples
- The medieval instrument, a rebec, resembles a small violin with three strings.
- The rebec produced a high-pitched and twangy sound, often used in medieval and Renaissance music.
- The troubadours of the 13th century often played the rebec to accompany their songs.
- The rebec's curved back and peg-shaped head made it easy to make and transport.
- The rebec was popular in England, France, and other parts of Europe for centuries.
- By the 17th century, the rebec had largely been replaced by the violin and viola.
- Modern musicians have revived the rebec for its unique sound and historical significance.
- The rebec's popularity has been rekindled by groups specializing in medieval and Renaissance music.
- The rebec's characteristic sound enhances the atmosphere of historical performances and recordings.
- The rebec, with its three strings and distinctive tone, continues to fascinate musicians and music lovers alike.
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An instrument formerly used which somewhat resembled the violin, having three strings, and being played with a bow., A contemptuous term applied to an old woman
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The medieval instrument, a rebec, resembles a small violin with three strings.
The rebec produced a high-pitched and twangy sound, often used in medieval and Renaissance music.
The troubadours of the 13th century often played the rebec to accompany their songs.
The rebec's curved back and peg-shaped head made it easy to make and transport.
