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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