Used attributively before another noun to denote something of the size, style, or function typical of a spinet (e.g., "spinet piano", "spinet organ").

Definitions

spinetnoun

A small, compact upright piano.

She learned to play her first song on the old spinet in the living room.

A small harpsichord with a single keyboard and only one string for each note.

The musician played a beautiful melody on the spinet during the concert.

A small electronic or electric organ built in a low cabinet, intended for home or church use.

The choir director accompanied the hymns on a well-worn spinet that sat in the corner of the chapel.

A compact writing desk with a hinged or fold-down top, resembling the shape of a spinet harpsichord.

The antique spinet in the study concealed numerous secret drawers.

spinetadjective

Small, compact, or designed for use with or as a spinet.

They ordered a spinet piano because its reduced height suited the low ceiling.