The difference between Clavichord and Spinet
When used as nouns, clavichord means an early keyboard instrument producing a soft sound by means of metal blades (called tangents) attached to the inner ends of the keys gently striking the strings, whereas spinet means a short, compact harpsichord or piano.
check bellow for the other definitions of Clavichord and Spinet
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Clavichord as a noun (musical instruments):
An early keyboard instrument producing a soft sound by means of metal blades (called tangents) attached to the inner ends of the keys gently striking the strings.
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Spinet as a noun (musical instruments):
A short, compact harpsichord or piano.
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Spinet as a noun (obsolete):
A spinney.
Examples:
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