English Word · Intermediate
hurdy-gurdy
Synonym of street organ, often considered a misnomer
Pronunciation: /ˈhɜː.diˌɡɜː.di/
Meaning
Synonym of street organ, often considered a misnomer.
Example
He flung open the door, and found there only a ragged boy with a hurdy-gurdy on his back.
He flung open the door, and found there only a ragged boy with a hurdy-gurdy on his back.
Practice tips
- Practice hurdy-gurdy out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.