Definition

A musical instrument that has a keyboard and produces sound when air is blown through it, similar to an accordion.

Example

She played a beautiful tune on her melodica during the concert.

Conversation

Have you ever tried playing a melodica?

No, I haven't! What’s it like?

It's really fun; it's like a mini piano you blow into.

That sounds cool! I’d love to give a melodica a try sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Melodica** → It is formed from "melos" (from Greek, meaning song or melody) and "-ica" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a relation to). The word "melodica" refers to a musical instrument that produces sound through melodies.

Memory Tip

Think of 'melos' which means song, and remember that a melodica is an instrument that creates melodies.

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