Definition of sitar Sitar

/sɪtɑˈɹ/ - [sitar] - si•tar

We found 5 definitions of sitar from 5 different sources.

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What does sitar mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: sitars

sitar - a stringed instrument of India; has a long neck and movable frets; has 6 or 7 metal strings for playing and usually 13 resonating strings
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  • sitar (Noun)
    A Hindustani/ Indian classical stringed instrument , typically having a gourd as its resonating chamber .

Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕

  • sitar
    sit′ar, n. an Oriental form of guitar

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  • The sitar (Hindi/Sanskrit: सितार, Urdu: ستار) is a plucked string instrument. It uses sympathetic strings along with a long hollow neck and a gourd resonating chamber to make a rich sound with complex harmonic resonance. It is used throughout India.

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