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baryton

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈbæɹɪtɒn/

1

noun

Meaning 1

A viol-like stringed instrument (chordophone) mainly played with a bow but with a set of plucked strings as well, originating in European music prior to the 1800s.

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noun

Meaning 2

A reed stop on an organ of 16' or 8' that is imitative of a baryton.

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History

Etymology

From the German Baryton, from bary- + Ton. Doublet of baritone and barytone.