What does kettledrum mean?
Kettledrum means (music) A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl..
Kettledrum
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(music) A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl..
Definitions by Sense
- (music) A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.
- (dated) An informal social party at which a light snack is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening.
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Synonyms for kettledrum
Antonyms for kettledrum
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Word Forms
- kettledrums
- kettle drum
- kettle-drum
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What is a synonym for kettledrum?
Common synonyms include timpanum, kettle, tympanum, timpani.
What is the opposite of kettledrum?
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How do you use kettledrum in a sentence?
Use kettledrum where its definition matches the intended context.
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