Cornett
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɔːnɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cornett is a noun meaning (music) An early horn wind instrument used in European music of the medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. Not to be confused with later brass instrument.
Meaning
(music) An early horn wind instrument used in European music of the medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. Not to be confused with later brass instrument.
Word Forms
- cornetts
Synonyms for cornett
Depending on context, synonyms include cornetto.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mute, cornettino, cornetcy, cornet, cornopean, crumhorn.
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