harp Definition
- 1a large musical instrument consisting of a triangular frame with strings stretched vertically across it, played by plucking the strings with the fingers.
- 2talk or write persistently and tediously on (a particular topic).
Using harp: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "harp" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She plays the harp beautifully.
Example
The speaker harped on the need for better education.
Example
He harped on the same theme for hours.
harp Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for harp
- monopolize
- expatiate
- dwell on
- play
- stringed instrument
Phrases with harp
Example
I wish he would stop harping on about his ex-girlfriend.
a species of earless seal native to the northernmost Atlantic Ocean and adjacent parts of the Arctic Ocean
Example
The harp seal is known for its distinctive black markings on its white fur.
harp-shaped
having the shape of a harp
Example
The harp-shaped leaves of the tree are a unique feature.
Summary: harp in Brief
A 'harp' [hɑːrp] is a large musical instrument with strings stretched vertically across a triangular frame, played by plucking the strings with the fingers. It can also mean to talk or write tediously on a particular topic. The phrase 'harp on' means to talk or complain about something repeatedly and for a long time. 'Harp' is also used in phrases like 'harp seal,' a species of earless seal, and 'harp-shaped,' meaning having the shape of a harp.
