violoncello
/ˌvaɪələnˈtʃɛloʊ/
noun
- A large stringed musical instrument of the violin family, played while seated and held between the knees, with a deep, rich tone; also called a cello.
- The orchestra featured a beautiful solo by the principal violoncello.
- He rented a violoncello for his first semester of music lessons.
- She practiced the violoncello every evening in her room.
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