Definition of "citole" []

• An archaic musical instrument whose exact form is uncertain, generally shown with four strings. (noun)

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• "It includes treasures such as the Limoges casket from France, an ivory triptych from Byzantium, and an early English citole, or guitar."
• "Glad I am to see that you have your citole slung to your back."
• "So Chandos went his way that evening, walking his horse through the peaceful lanes and twanging his citole as he went, for he loved music and was famous for his merry songs."