krumhorn

/ˈkrʊm.hɔrn/

Definitions

1. noun

a double-reed woodwind instrument with a conical bore and a distinctive, mellow sound, similar to an oboe

“The medieval band included a krumhorn player who added a rich, baroque flavor to their music.”

2. verb

to play the krumhorn or to produce a sound like its mellow tones

“The musician krumhorns the melody with a haunting, ethereal quality.”

Synonyms

  • oboe
  • shawm

Antonyms

  • brassy
  • shrill