Belloneon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Belloneon is a noun meaning (historical, music) A mechanical musical instrument consisting of twenty-four trumpets and two kettle drums.
Meaning
(historical, music) A mechanical musical instrument consisting of twenty-four trumpets and two kettle drums.
Example Sentences
The belloneon, likewise mechanical, seems to have been a complete military band which executed marches and flourishes with a unity, precision, and correctness beyond the reach of the most practiced artists.
Word Forms
- belloneons
- bellonion
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hyperbolaeon, tenoroon, orchestrina, nonette, nonet, trombone.
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