bagpipe
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Verb — To play the bagpipes.
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Etymology
The locomotive sense comes from the resemblance of the subclass's dangling jumper cables to the pipes of a bagpipe.
Full origin of bagpipe →Frequently asked questions
What does “bagpipe” mean?
The word “bagpipe” means to play the bagpipes. In plain terms, most commonly used as a verb meaning to play the bagpipes; also a railway nickname for a specific type of British locomotive.
How do you pronounce “bagpipe”?
“Bagpipe” is pronounced BAG-pyp (/ˈbæɡˌpaɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “bagpipe” in a sentence?
Here is “bagpipe” used in a sentence: “Railway enthusiasts nicknamed the modified locomotives "bagpipes" because of their distinctive jumper cables.”
What part of speech is “bagpipe”?
Depending on how it is used, “bagpipe” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “bagpipe” have?
“Bagpipe” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to play the bagpipes.