fife
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Noun — A small, high-pitched flute-like instrument traditionally played alongside drums in military music.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Pfeife, "pipe" or "whistle" — a distant relative of the English word "pipe."
Full origin of fife →Frequently asked questions
What does “fife” mean?
The word “fife” means a small, high-pitched flute-like instrument traditionally played alongside drums in military music. In plain terms, a small shrill military flute, or (in radio-speak) a deliberately clear way of saying "five.".
How do you pronounce “fife”?
“Fife” is pronounced FYF (/ˈfaɪf/ in IPA).
How do you use “fife” in a sentence?
Here is “fife” used in a sentence: “The parade opened with the shrill sound of fife and drum.”
What part of speech is “fife”?
Depending on how it is used, “fife” can be a noun and a num.
Where does the word “fife” come from?
The word “fife” comes from German. Borrowed from German Pfeife, "pipe" or "whistle" — a distant relative of the English word "pipe.".
Is “fife” a common word?
“Fife” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “fife” have?
“Fife” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, high-pitched flute-like instrument traditionally played alongside drums in military music.