Meaning & use
flute
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A woodwind musical instrument consisting of a tube with finger holes, played by blowing air across a hole near one end.
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She practiced the flute for an hour every evening.
The orchestra's flute section carried the melody during the second movement.
A note on using this word
Also refers to a tall, narrow glass used for serving champagne, and to a decorative groove carved into a column or other surface.
Another way to use it
2. noun
A tall, narrow glass used for serving champagne or sparkling wine.
The waiter filled each champagne flute before the toast.
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