pianette

[ pee-uh-net ]

noun

1. a small upright piano.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pianette¹

First recorded in 1875–80; pian(o) ¹ + -ette

Example Sentences

One of its models is a "pianette" at $99.50 built to compete with Japanese pianos, which cost $4 to make, sell in the U. S. for $50.

From Time Magazine Archive

A pianette had been pulled out from the wall, and an Algerian shawl glistening with gold was loosely thrown over its back.

From Project Gutenberg

A pianette, a violin, a litter of music, and back numbers of the 'Art Journal' occupied one corner.

From Project Gutenberg

He opened the little pianette for her, and lit the candles.

From Project Gutenberg

The paint and wall paper had not been renewed for years; nor did the pianette, which stood near the fireplace, seem to have been closed during that time; for the interior was dusty, and the inner end of every key begrimed.

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