banjo

banjo

noun

A musical instrument that has a round body, a long neck and strings stretched over the body and played with a pick. It is commonly associated with country, bluegrass, and folk music.

 

Example

  1. The banjo player strummed the strings with a lively rhythm, adding energy to the bluegrass band's performance.
  2. She was self-taught on the banjo and had a unique style that blended traditional and contemporary techniques.
  3. The intricate picking patterns and upbeat tempos of banjo music always put a smile on his face.