Meaning of harp holder | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A wire framework that surrounds a lightbulb which fits into a socket at its base and which is topped by a finial for holding a lampshade.
2. A framework that fits around the neck and holds a harmonica up to the mouth so that it can be played while leaving the wearer's hands free, usually in order to play another instrument.

Examples

“Run⟳ the cord up through the threaded rod, slide⟳ the harp holder over the rod at the top of the lamp base⟳, and then screw on the socket cap.”

“Available at hardware stores and home improvement centers, lamp kits typically include⟳ a threaded rod, washers, and a harp holder.”

“The distress it causes her, however, releases a minute drip of adrenaline that permits her to lean⟳ over to the bedside table, work⟳ her right hand up the tapered base⟳ of the lamp, around the harp holder, and find⟳ the switch⟳ on the socket.”

“The instrument is fitted with nickel-plated tail-piece and harp-holder; has the best steel strings, and is accompanied by a key, pick⟳, full instructions for playing, and packed in a neat pasteboard box.”

“I'd heave my cooler of Italians, turkeys, and roast beefs from entryway to entryway, stick⟳ my head in, shout⟳ "Hooooagie Maaaan!" then wail on the harp holder around my neck .”

“He met a blues musician named Jesse Fuller, who had developed a style of playing the harmonica (with the help⟳ of a harp holder) and strumming the guitar at the same time.”

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