1. A stringed musical instrument with buttons that, when pressed, mute certain strings to allow the player to produce chords by strumming across all strings.
Usage: Also called a zither harp or chord zither.; Commonly used in folk, country, and educational music.

Examples

• She learned to play the autoharp in music class.
• The autoharp is popular in Appalachian folk music.
• He pressed the C major button on his autoharp and strummed a chord.
• The autoharp's buttons make it easier for beginners to play harmonies.
• Folk singers often accompany themselves with an autoharp.
• The autoharp produces a bright, cheerful sound that works well for traditional songs.