tabourine

/tæˈbjʊəriːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a Middle Eastern percussion instrument consisting of a shallow drum with a single head, typically played with the fingers.

“The orchestra included a tabourine player who added a Middle Eastern flair to the music.”

2. noun

a person who plays the tabourine.

“The tabourine player was an integral part of the traditional Arabic band.”

Synonyms

  • bendir
  • frame drum