Hurdy-gurdy

Pronunciation ,

• RP IPA: /ˈhɜː.diˌɡɜː.di/, /ËŒhɜː.diˈɡɜː.di/
• US IPA: /ˈhɝː.diˌɡɝː.di/, /ËŒhɝː.diˈɡɝː.di/

Full definition of hurdy-gurdy

Adjective

1. (jocular) Sounding like the Swedish language.

Noun

1. music A medieval stringed instrument which has a droning sound. One hand turns a handle connected to a wheel which vibrates the strings, while the other hand plays a keyboard to alter the pitch.
2. music A barrel organ.
3. (US, California) A water wheel with radial buckets, driven by the impact of a jet.