English dictionary
viol
/'v/aI//@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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any of a family of bowed stringed instruments that preceded the violin family
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A stringed musical instrument formerly in use, of the same form as the violin, but larger, and having six strings, to be struck with a bow, and the neck furnished with frets for stopping the strings.
Source: webster1913