mandolin
- A stringed musical instrument in the lute family, typically having a pear-shaped body, a fretted neck, and four pairs of strings, which are plucked with a plectrum. nounShe played a beautiful melody on her mandolin during the concert.The mandolin's bright and clear sound added a unique flavor to the folk band.
- A kitchen utensil used for slicing and cutting vegetables and fruits, typically featuring a flat surface with adjustable blades. nounShe used a mandolin to quickly slice the potatoes for the gratin.Be careful when using a mandolin, as the blades are extremely sharp.