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kettledrum

/ˈkɛt.əl.drʌm/

kettledrumnoun

kettledrums

/ˈkɛt.əl.drʌm/

Translations

литавра

The orchestra featured a powerful kettledrum in the percussion section.

В оркестре была мощная литавра в секции ударных.

Definitions

A large drum with a hemispherical body, typically made of copper, and a drumhead that can be tuned to different pitches, used especially in orchestras and bands.

The kettledrum added a deep, resonant sound to the orchestra's performance.

Synonyms

timpani

drum

percussion instrument

kettledrumadjective

/ˈkɛt.əl.drʌm/

/ˈkɛt̬.əl.drʌm/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to kettledrums (e.g., "kettledrum music").

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of a kettledrum or kettledrums; suitable for or involving kettledrums.

The percussionist premiered a new piece featuring a kettledrum solo.

kettledrumsnoun

kettledrum

kettledrums

/ˈkɛt.əl.drʌmz/

Translations

литавры

The orchestra featured a powerful section of kettledrums.

В оркестре была мощная секция литавр.

Definitions

A type of large drum with a rounded bottom, typically made of copper or brass, that produces a deep, resonant sound and is played with mallets; often used in orchestras and bands.

The orchestra's performance was enhanced by the powerful sound of the kettledrums.

Synonyms

timpani

drums

percussion instruments