noun🔗ShareCistreA stringed instrument (chordophone), played with a plectrum (a pick), and most commonly possessing four wire strings and chromatic frets."Maria practiced a lively folk tune on her cittern, the bright, metallic sound filling the small room. "Maria pratiquait un air folklorique vif sur son cistre, le son clair et métallique remplissant la petite pièce.musiccultureentertainmentutensilChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading