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saxophone

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Noun — A brass wind instrument with a single reed, curved body, and upturned bell, common in jazz and marching bands.

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Etymology

Named after its inventor, the Belgian instrument maker Adolphe Sax, combined with the Greek-derived ending "-phone" meaning "sound."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “saxophone” mean?

The word “saxophone” means a brass wind instrument with a single reed, curved body, and upturned bell, common in jazz and marching bands. In plain terms, a curved brass reed instrument, best known from jazz music, despite being classed as a woodwind.

How do you pronounce “saxophone”?

“Saxophone” is pronounced SAK-suh-fohn (/ˈsæksəˌfoʊ̯n/ in IPA).

How do you use “saxophone” in a sentence?

Here is “saxophone” used in a sentence: “She played a soulful saxophone solo halfway through the song.”

What part of speech is “saxophone”?

“Saxophone” is a noun.

Where does the word “saxophone” come from?

The word “saxophone” comes from Greek. Named after its inventor, the Belgian instrument maker Adolphe Sax, combined with the Greek-derived ending "-phone" meaning "sound.".

How many meanings does “saxophone” have?

“Saxophone” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a brass wind instrument with a single reed, curved body, and upturned bell, common in jazz and marching bands.

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