canun

/kɑːnuːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of musical instrument, similar to a harp, originating from ancient Greece and Rome.

“The archaeologist discovered an ancient canun in the ruins of the Roman amphitheater.”

2. proper noun

A rare or variant spelling of the name ‘Canun’, possibly of Greek or Roman origin.

“The artist used the name Canun for her new album, inspired by ancient Greek music.”

Synonyms

  • harp
  • lyre

Antonyms

  • drum