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The European lute is derived from the Arab musical instrument known as al 'Ud, which means literally 'the wood'. The Arabic 'Ud was introduced to Europe by the Moors during their conquest and occupation of Spain which was from 711-1492. Therefore, the first lute was invented sometime before that, and probably dates back quite a long time.

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