Plectrum

/plˈɛktɹəm/

Plectrum

a small flat piece of plastic, wood, etc. that is used in plucking the strings of a musical instrument such as a guitar, harpsichord, etc.

synonyms : pick

Examples

1. And bachi or the plectrums are made from tortoise shell and from buffalo horn and elephant tusk.

2. You'll also need what is called a beginners plectrum.

3. They rub a piece of soft tissue called the plectrum at the base of their antennas against an area by their eyes.

4. As the plectrum sticks and then slips on this area, it works kind of like a sticky violin bow and makes a rasping sound.