harmonicon

[ hahr-mon-i-kuhn ]

noun

1. harmonica ( def 1 ).
2. orchestrion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of harmonicon¹

1815–25; noun use of Greek harmonikón, neuter of harmonikós harmonic

Example Sentences

This may result in a piece played on an instrument from the musical instruments collection, such as the work Glenn Kotche, the drummer for the band Wilco, wrote for a 19th-century stone harmonicon.

From Washington Post

As a matter of fact, it was the very best sort of Harmonicon and specially made to the scale of the Hotel.

From Project Gutenberg

The first mention of their arrival we find in the 'Harmonicon,' which had a notice on October 25, to the effect that "The Spanish family of the Garcias, consisting of husband, wife, son, and daughter, have been engaged by Mr Price."

From Project Gutenberg

The committee had conceded," says the 'Harmonicon,' "to the condition with regard to detached airs, but refused for those which are connected with choruses.

From Project Gutenberg

He was quite a musician, and touched the harmonicon, banjo and accordeon with skill and feeling.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• harp