sad trombone

English dictionary entry

Meanings

intj
  1. Used to indicate failure or disappointment.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

sad trombone

Etymology

From a plaintive trombone (or sometimes trumpet) sting played during game shows to indicate a player losing.

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