Definitions

1. noun

A type of musical instrument, especially an ancient one, typically having a flat sounding board and a set of strings stretched between two pegs.

“The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient lyre, a type of sylla (or syllab) used in ancient cultures.”

2. noun

A small, two-stringed instrument, similar to a lyre, but with a more primitive appearance.

“The museum exhibit featured a collection of ancient musical instruments, including a small sylla and a larger lyre.”