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Definition of Cymbal
1. Noun. A percussion instrument consisting of a concave brass disk; makes a loud crashing sound when hit with a drumstick or when two are struck together.
Specialized synonyms: High Hat, High-hat Cymbal, Zill
Generic synonyms: Percussion Instrument, Percussive Instrument
Generic synonyms: Percussion Instrument, Percussive Instrument
Definition of Cymbal
1. n. A musical instrument used by the ancients. It is supposed to have been similar to the modern kettle drum, though perhaps smaller.
Definition of Cymbal
1. Noun. (musical instruments) a concave plate of brass or bronze that produces a sharp, ringing sound when struck: played either in pairs, by striking them together, or singly by striking with a drumstick or the like. ¹
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Definition of Cymbal
1. a percussion instrument [n -S]