Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Pointel

👉 Pointel is a type of musical instrument that was popular in Russia during the 19th century. It consisted of two separate planks, each with a different key, and was used to create various melodic patterns. The name "pointel" comes from the Russian word for "key," which refers to the number of notes on each key. Pointels were often used in orchestral music and were also played by soloists.

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