1. plural of mandolin; stringed musical instruments with a pear-shaped body and four pairs of strings, played with a plectrum

Examples

• The bluegrass band featured two mandolins in their ensemble.
• She collected vintage mandolins from around the world.
• The music store had several mandolins hanging on the wall.
• Both mandolins were tuned perfectly for the concert.
• The folk musicians played their mandolins with great skill.
• These mandolins produce a bright, crisp sound.