mandolin Meaning & Definition
What Does Mandolin Mean?
As a noun, mandolin means A stringed instrument of the lute family, having eight strings in four courses, frequently tuned as a violin, and with either a bowl-shaped back or a flat back. It can also mean A kitchen tool for julienning vegetables. As a verb, it means To slice using a mandolin; to julienne.
Mandolin at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈmændə(ˌ)lɪn// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | mandolins |
| Verb forms | mandolins, mandolining, mandolined |
Mandolin Definition (Noun)
- A stringed instrument of the lute family, having eight strings in four courses, frequently tuned as a violin, and with either a bowl-shaped back or a flat back.
- A kitchen tool for julienning vegetables.
Mandolin as a Verb
- To slice using a mandolin; to julienne.
Synonyms of Mandolin
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Mandolin synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Mandolin
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Mandolin in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
mandolin (plural mandolins)
mandolin (third-person singular simple present mandolins, present participle mandolining, simple past and past participle mandolined)
Words That Rhyme With Mandolin
Origin of Mandolin
From French mandoline, from Italian mandolino, diminutive of mandola, a large stringed instrument.
Pronouncing Mandolin
You say mandolin as //ˈmændə(ˌ)lɪn//. It has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Mandolin
Is mandolin a noun or a verb?
Mandolin is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of mandolin?
The plural of mandolin is mandolins.
What is the past tense of mandolin?
The past tense of mandolin is mandolined. The present participle is mandolining.