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Shamisen

The shamisen is a traditional Japanese musical instrument with three strings. It has a long neck, a rectangular body, and is played with a plectrum called a bachi.

Noun:

• A traditional three-stringed Japanese musical instrument.

Example sentences:

1. He played a beautiful melody on his shamisen.
2. During the festival, a group of musicians played the shamisen, creating a captivating atmosphere.

Verb:

• To play the shamisen.

Example sentences:

1. I wish I could shamisen as well as he does.
2. She shamisened with great skill, impressing everyone with her performance.

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