buzuq

English

Etymology

Arabic بزق. Doublet of bouzouki.

Noun

buzuq (plural buzuqs)

  1. (music) A mandolin-shaped lute of Arab origin, with a long neck, movable frets and two or three strings played with a plectrum.

Synonyms

See also
  • Appendix:Glossary of chordophones

References
  • 2003. The Music of the Arabs. Habib Hassan Touma, Habib Touma. Pg. 114.
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