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flute

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Noun — A woodwind instrument played by blowing air across a hole, producing sound through a long tube.

How to use flute

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play the flute champagne flute fluted column

Etymology

From Old French flaute, of uncertain deeper origin, possibly linked to Latin flatus ("blowing") or simply imitative of the sound.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flute” mean?

The word “flute” means a woodwind instrument played by blowing air across a hole, producing sound through a long tube. In plain terms, a slim woodwind instrument, or a tall narrow champagne glass, or a decorative groove cut into a surface.

How do you pronounce “flute”?

“Flute” is pronounced floot (/flu(ː)t/ in IPA).

How do you use “flute” in a sentence?

Here is “flute” used in a sentence: “She has played the flute since she was seven years old.”

What part of speech is “flute”?

Depending on how it is used, “flute” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “flute” come from?

The word “flute” comes from Latin.

Is “flute” a common word?

“Flute” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

How many meanings does “flute” have?

“Flute” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a woodwind instrument played by blowing air across a hole, producing sound through a long tube.

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