Hurdy-gurdy Word Search

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Play a Hurdy-gurdy word search free online. We built the 12-word list around its parts, its materials, and how it is played, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.

Words to find: HURDYGURDY, WHEEL, ROSETTE, KEYBOARD, KEYS, TANGENT, DRONE, BOURDON, TAILPIECE, BRIDGE, FRETBOARD, NECK.

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Hurdy-gurdy word list, defined

WHEEL /wɪl/ · noun, verb
A circular object that rotates on an axis, typically with a rim and spokes, used for transportation, lifting, or other purposes. To turn or cause to turn around a central point. Related: disk, hub, rim, spoke.
ROSETTE /roʊˈzɛt/ · noun
A rosette is a usually circular arrangement of parts or a decorative arrangement of flowers, leaves, or shapes. It can also refer to a badge or ornament in the shape of a rosette. Related: medallion, badge, ornament, emblem.
KEYBOARD /kiːbɔːd/ · noun
A set of keys on a typewriter or computer that are pressed to enter data or commands. A device used for typing. Related: typewriter, keypad, console, input device.
KEYS /kiːz/ · noun, verb
A key is a small object used to operate a lock. To key something means to make it suitable for a particular purpose. Related: key, access, unlock, open.
TANGENT /tæŋʤənt/ · noun, verb
A line or plane that touches a curve or surface at a single point. In geometry, a tangent is a line that intersects a curve at exactly one point. Related: adjacent, incident, touching, abutting.
DRONE /drəʊn/ · noun, verb
A drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle that is controlled remotely or flies autonomously, often used for surveillance or photography. A person who drones on talks at length in a dull and monotonous way. Related: unmanned aerial vehicle, quadcopter, remotely piloted vehicle, autonomous aircraft.
BOURDON /ˈbʊərdən/ · noun
A bourdon is a type of drone pipe on an organ, producing a low-pitched, sustained sound. It can also refer to a type of bell, especially one used in change ringing. Related: drone pipe, bass pipe, pedal pipe.
TAILPIECE /ˈteɪlpiːs/ · noun
A concluding section or remark, especially one added to a document or a musical composition. In music, it can also refer to a piece of metal or other material attached to the end of a stringed instrument. Related: appendix, addendum, supplement, postscript.
BRIDGE /brɪdʒ/ · noun, verb
A structure built over a river or other obstacle, allowing people or vehicles to cross. To connect or join two things, especially by a bridge. Related: span, link, connect, span.
FRETBOARD /frɛtˈbɔːrd/ · noun
The flat piece of wood or other material glued to the neck of a guitar, bass guitar, or other stringed instrument, on which the frets are mounted. Related: fingerboard, neck, strings.
NECK /nɛk/ · noun, verb
The part of the body connecting the head to the torso, or to turn or twist something so that the front or top is facing in a different direction. Related: throat, nape, chin, collar.

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