The organ
Example: The organ plays beautiful music in the church.
Definition
"The organ" is a musical instrument that produces sound by driving air through pipes or reeds, often played using keyboards and pedals. It is known for its rich, powerful tones and is commonly used in churches and concert halls to perform complex compositions.
Etymology
The word "the organ" comes from the Latin word 'organum,' meaning 'instrument' or 'tool.' It entered English through Old French and Medieval Latin. Interestingly, 'organum' also referred to a type of early polyphonic music, showing the close historical relationship between the instrument and musical art.
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"The organ" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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