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tambourine Definition and Meaning in English (tambourine definition)

noun
Synonyms:timbrel
Quick Answer • Definition

Tambourine definition: A musical instrument in the percussion family, consisting of a frame, often of wood or plastic, with pairs of small metal jingles, called 'zills', and sometimes a drumhead.

Definitions of Tambourine

  1. 1noun

    A musical instrument in the percussion family, consisting of a frame, often of wood or plastic, with pairs of small metal jingles, called 'zills', and sometimes a drumhead.

Example Sentences

casual

“The child joyfully shook the tambourine during the song.”

Synonyms

timbrel

Inflected Word Forms

agent nountambourinist

Frequently Asked Questions: Tambourine in English

What is the meaning of Tambourine in English?▼
Tambourine definition: A musical instrument in the percussion family, consisting of a frame, often of wood or plastic, with pairs of small metal jingles, called 'zills', and sometimes a drumhead.
How do you translate 'Tambourine' to English?▼
'Tambourine' translates to 'tambourine' in English. Tambourine definition: A musical instrument in the percussion family, consisting of a frame, often of wood or plastic, with pairs of small metal jingles, called 'zills', and sometimes a drumhead.
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