harper
/ˈhɑː(ɹ)pə(ɹ)/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: harpers
Meaning · English
A harpist, especially one who plays a traditional harp without pedals.
Noun
Examples
The Harpe. […]
A harper with his wreſt maye tune the harpe wrong
Mys tunying of an Inſtrument ſhal hurt a true ſonge
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “harper” mean?
A harpist, especially one who plays a traditional harp without pedals.
Is “harper” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.