harp
2
9.3
- noun
- /hɑrp/
- US
:
soporte de pantalla
- Those skeevosos are trying to put the bag on my harp!
Examples
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Just like my dad's harp...
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Instead, he bought me a harmonica—a mouth harp, he called it.
Fiction book (1996) -
Put down the harp!
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As we headed down the footpath, I turned to see Mr. Roy in the middle of a group of clapping men, singing and blowing his harp.
Fiction book (1993) -
The tiny separation had sprung up in the joining at the harp's slender pillar and her base.
Fiction book (1992) -
To replace the lampshade, first remove the old one and then fit the new shade onto the harp securely.
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The harp provides a sturdy support for the lampshade, ensuring it stays in place while the lamp is in use.
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When buying a lampshade, check that the harp is compatible with the lamp base and bulb socket.
Compounds
1
9.8
A small metal instrument held between the teeth and played by plucking to make different tones
Surface Forms
Etymology
Harp for the lamp part is named after the instrument because the curved metal frame looks like a small harp and 'holds the shade' in place. So the lampshade harp is called that because of its shape and job.