Clarinet
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌklæɹɪˈnɛt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Clarinet is a noun meaning (music) A woodwind musical instrument that has a distinctive liquid tone whose characteristics vary among its three registers: chalumeau (low), clarion (medium), and altissimo (high).
Meaning
(music) A woodwind musical instrument that has a distinctive liquid tone whose characteristics vary among its three registers: chalumeau (low), clarion (medium), and altissimo (high).
Word Forms
- clarinets
Synonyms for clarinet
Depending on context, synonyms include agony-pipe.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include contrabass, quintet, concerto, basset, clarion, speaker.
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