The guitar amplifier
Example: He adjusted the guitar amplifier to get a louder sound.
Definition
"The guitar amplifier" is an electronic device that strengthens the electrical signal from a guitar, allowing it to produce louder sounds through speakers. It is commonly used by musicians to enhance the volume and tonal quality of their instrument during performances or recordings.
Etymology
The term "the guitar amplifier" combines 'guitar,' which comes from the Spanish word 'guitarra,' itself derived from the Greek 'kithara,' an ancient stringed instrument, and 'amplifier,' originating from the Latin 'amplificare,' meaning to enlarge or increase. Together, they describe a device that increases the sound of a guitar.
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"The guitar amplifier" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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