claviature

[klāvēəCHo͝or]

claviature Definition

a keyboard, especially that of an organ or harpsichord..

Using claviature: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "claviature" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The claviature of the harpsichord is very different from that of a piano.

  • Example

    The organist's fingers danced over the claviature as he played the Bach piece.

claviature Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for claviature

Phrases with claviature

  • a keyboard played by hand, as opposed to a pedalboard

    Example

    The organist used both the manual claviature and the pedalboard to create a rich and complex sound.

  • the range of notes available on a keyboard instrument

    Example

    The claviature compass of the harpsichord is much more limited than that of a modern piano.

  • a keyboard that is divided into two or more sections, each with its own set of keys

    Example

    The split claviature of the synthesizer allows the musician to play multiple sounds at once.

Origins of claviature

from Latin 'clavis', meaning 'key'

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Summary: claviature in Brief

'Claviature' [klāvēəCHo͝or] refers to a keyboard, particularly that of an organ or harpsichord. It is used to produce music by pressing keys, and can be divided into sections or have a limited range of notes, as in 'split claviature' or 'claviature compass.'