A woodwind instrument consisting of a tube with holes along it that are stopped by the fingers or keys, held vertically or horizontally so that the breath strikes a narrow edge.

She played a beautiful melody on her silver flute during the concert.

An architectural term referring to a long, rounded groove incised on the shaft of a column.

The ancient Greek columns were adorned with elegant flutes that added to their grandeur.

A tall, narrow glass used for serving champagne and other sparkling wines.

The waiter poured the champagne into a flute, ensuring the bubbles were perfectly preserved.

A deep, narrow channel or groove, especially one of several on a cutting tool such as a drill bit.

The spiral flutes of the drill bit carry chips away from the hole.

In corrugated cardboard, the curved rib or wave of paper that forms the internal layer between two linerboards, designated by letters such as A-flute, B-flute, etc.

B-flute is commonly used for packaging because its medium thickness balances strength and cushioning.

fluteverb

To play a flute or produce sound by blowing air across the opening of a flute.

She fluted a beautiful melody that captivated the audience.

To make a sound resembling that of a flute.

The wind fluted through the narrow canyon, creating an eerie melody.

To speak or sing in a high-pitched, melodious voice.

He fluted his words with such charm that everyone listened intently.

To cut or form flutes or grooves in (a surface or material) for decorative or functional purposes.

The mason carefully fluted the column to match the original classical design.

fluteadjective

Relating to or designed for a flute; appearing in connection with the flute as a musical instrument.

The orchestra premiered a new flute concerto last night.