harp

Definition

  • noun: a musical instrument that has strings stretched across a large open frame and that is played with your fingers
  • noun: a plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard
  • verb: to play on a harp
  • usually used with 'on'
  • synonyms: constellation, clairschach, kanoon

Examples

  • She's always 'harping on' the importance of a good diet.

  • My mother was always 'harping at' me to clean my room.

  • He seems to enjoy 'harping on' my shortcomings.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Ran out on you like a bandit... without any explanation. l never asked for any. You don't have to explain to me. l always thought it was good what you did. Why harp on it? You were right to leave. You did what you wanted to do. When l call you, a different woman always answers. But l never heard (..)
    1988 Cinema Paradiso