harmonicon

[ hahr-mon-i-kuhn ]

noun

1. harmonica ( def 1 ).
2. orchestrion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of harmonicon¹

1815–25; noun use of Greek harmonikón, neuter of harmonikós harmonic

Example Sentences

Here was anti-music with a vengeance,—a whole Pan-Dis-Harmonicon in a single lungs of leather!

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Then the chief musician came with a large wooden harmonicon hung from his neck.

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A band of music, consisting of drums, harmonicon and small hautboys, accompanied them.

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He was quite a musician, and touched the harmonicon, banjo and accordeon with skill and feeling.

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“Well, I merely heard you above the steam harmonicon at the switchback,” said Miss Dale.

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Related Words

• harp