(music) A musical instrument with a keyboard that produces sound through a mechanical process. When the performer presses a key, a corresponding plectrum plucks a tuned string. Harpsichords originated in late medieval Europe and is one of the most important instruments used to perform Baroque music.

plural of harpsichord

Resembling or characteristic of a harpsichord.

plural of harpsichordist

One who plays the harpsichord.