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    Lyre (en. Lyre)

    /liʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Stringed musical instrument with a generally curved shape.
    The lyre was often used in ancient times during banquets.
    La lyre était souvent utilisée dans l'Antiquité durant les banquets.
    Representation of music and harmony, often found in art.
    The lyre is a symbol frequently associated with the muses.
    La lyre est un symbole fréquemment associé aux muses.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lyra', itself derived from Ancient Greek 'λύρα' (lura).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to play the lyre
    To play this musical instrument.
    jouer de la lyre
    strings of the lyre
    Reference to the strings used by this instrument.
    cordes de lyre
    lyre of Apollo
    Expression used to speak of beauty and the arts.
    lyre d'Apollon

    Related Words

    lute
    Similar instrument, played by plucking strings.
    luth
    harp
    String instrument played by plucking the strings with the fingers.
    harpe
    music
    Art of composing sounds to create melodies.
    musique

    Slang Meanings

    To lightly mock someone.
    He played the lyre to mock his teammates.
    Il a joué de la lyre pour se moquer des membres de son équipe.
    To express an idea of lightness or carefree attitude.
    She took the situation lightly, not overly concerned about the consequences.
    Elle a pris la situation en lyre, sans trop se soucier des conséquences.