01 n. A stringed instrument of music; a kind of harp much used by the ancients, as an accompaniment to poetry.
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A stringed instrument of music; a kind of harp much used by the ancients, as an accompaniment to poetry.(Mus.)
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Phrases & compounds
Lyre bat —
a small bat (Megaderma lyra), inhabiting India and Ceylon. It is remarkable for the enormous size and curious shape of the nose membrane and ears.
Lyre turtle —
the leatherback.