Which form of Stradivari's surname often refers to his instruments?
Stradi
Stradivarii
Stradivarious
Stradivarius
Answer
The surname of the Italian violin maker Antonio Stradivari (1644-1737) is often used to refer to his instruments. This is because his violins are considered to be among the finest in the world, and are highly prized by musicians and collectors. The name Stradivarius is also used to refer to a type of violin that is made in the style of Stradivari's instruments.
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