Tye and David's definitions

plectrum

A plectrum is a device for plucking or strumming a stringed instrument. In guitars, banjos, and similar instruments, the plectrum is a separate tool held in the player's hand. In harpsichords, the plectra form part of the mechanism of the instrument.

I need a plectrum to play my guitar as well as I can.

Here you go, I have a bag of plectra, so you can keep it.

by Tye and David August 31, 2008

plectra

Plural of plectrum, used to pick some string instruments, eg guitar

Does anyone have a plectrum so I can play guitar?

I have a bagload of plectra, you cvan have one of mine.

by Tye and David May 28, 2006