popal

/ˈpoʊpæl/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who plays a musical instrument, especially the popanon, in a traditional Polynesian dance performance.

“The popal accompanied the hula dancers with an enchanting melody.”

2. verb

To play the popanon in a traditional Polynesian dance performance.

“The visitors were amazed when the locals poppedal during the cultural festival.”

Synonyms

  • instrumentalist
  • musician

Antonyms

  • non-musician