Meaning & use
tambourine
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A small percussion instrument consisting of a round frame with pairs of metal jingles, played by shaking or striking it.
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She shook the tambourine in time with the drumbeat.
The children's band included a tambourine, a triangle, and a small drum.
A note on using this word
The tambourine can be played by shaking, striking with the hand, or tapping against the body, making it a versatile rhythm instrument.
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