kettledrum

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.
  2. An informal social party at which a light snack is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Wodencafe-kettledrum.wav

Word forms

kettledrum kettledrums kettle drum kettle-drum

Etymology

From kettle + drum.

Synonyms

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