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halldorophone

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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noun

Meaning 1

An electroacoustic string instrument, the sound of which makes use of electro acoustic feedback to produce drones and otherwise resembles a cello.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

Named according to the inventor, Halldór Úlfarsson from Iceland, who developed the instrument in late 2000s while studying at University of Art and Design Helsinki.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: halldorofoni — instrument