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Definition of "virginals" []

  • A virginal, a musical instrument in the harpsichord family (noun)
  • Plural form of virginal. (noun)

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Use "virginals" in a sentence
  • "These were sometimes called virginals, and seem to have been used as practice pianos, where the noise of the full tone might have been objectionable."
  • "Prickle thee good sirloin, fanged studs and virginals into my earldom belt."
  • "“I play the virginals,” Lord Parr confessed, after which he and my mother discussed the merits of that instrument for nearly a quarter of an hour, until Dorothy, with a series of wide but unconvincing yawns, prevailed upon him to escort her to the chamber she shared with several other former maids of honor."