grand action

noun

A pianoforte action, used in grand pianos, in which special devices are employed to obtain perfect action of the hammer in striking and leaving the string.

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Meanings

noungrand action (plural grand actions)

plural grand actions

  1. entertainmentA pianoforte action, used in grand pianos, in which special devices are employed to obtain perfect action of the hammer in striking and leaving the string.
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APA

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Chicago

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