"jaw harp" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: jaw harps [plural]
Etymology: Unclear; it either comes from, or is the origin of, Jew's harp. It probably does not come from the common English word jaw. See Jew's harp for more. Head templates: {{en-noun}} jaw harp (plural jaw harps)
  1. Alternative form of Jew's harp Tags: alt-of, alternative Alternative form of: Jew's harp Categories (topical): Musical instruments Synonyms: jaw's harp, jaws harp, jaws' harp, Jaws'-harp, jaws-harp, Jaws-harp, Jaw's harp Derived forms: jaw harpist

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