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bouzouki
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bou·zou·ki  (b-zk, b-)
n. pl. bou·zou·kis
A Greek stringed instrument having a long fretted neck and usually pear-shaped body.

[Modern Greek mpouzouki, probably of Turkish origin.]

bouzouki [buːˈzuːkɪ]
n
(Music / Instruments) a Greek long-necked stringed musical instrument related to the mandolin
[from Modern Greek mpouzouki, perhaps from Turkish büjük large]


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At times she was backed by an impressive band, showing a staggeringly versatile range with guitars, double bass, bouzoukis and melodians.
Featuring Bragg's back-up band, the Blokes, and a host of mandolins, bouzoukis and keyboards, the other mix isn't exactly sedate either.
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