n. A harpsichord. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ OF. harpechorde, in which the harpe is of German origin. See Harp, and Chord. ] (Mus.) A harp-shaped instrument of music set horizontally on legs, like the grand piano, with strings of wire, played by the fingers, by means of keys provided with quills, instead of hammers, for striking the strings. It is now superseded by the piano. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. someone who plays the harpsichord. [ WordNet 1.5 ]
n. (Zool.) The great titmouse; -- so called from its harsh call notes. [ Prov. Eng. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One skilled in shooting at an object with exactness; a good marksman. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. A shooting with great precision and effect; hence, a keen contest of wit or argument. [ 1913 Webster ]