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Pickguard
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a protective plate attached to a stringed instrument to prevent scratches or damage from picking or strumming
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
pickguards
What is a "pickguard"?
A pickguard is a protective cover on the surface of a stringed instrument, such as a guitar or mandolin, placed beneath the strings and often around the sound hole. Its primary function is to shield the instrument's body from scratches and damage that can occur from strumming or picking the strings. The pickguard also helps maintain the instrument's appearance and can be made from various materials, including plastic, metal, or wood.
Lexical Tree
pickguard
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