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tabor

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Noun — A small drum, traditionally played with one stick while the other hand plays a pipe.

Etymology

From Old French tabour, tracing back through Arabic and Persian words for a type of drum; a relative of "tambour" and "tambourine."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tabor” mean?

The word “tabor” means a small drum, traditionally played with one stick while the other hand plays a pipe. In plain terms, a small hand drum used in folk and medieval music, often played alongside a simple pipe.

How do you pronounce “tabor”?

“Tabor” is pronounced TAY-buh (/ˈteɪbə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “tabor” in a sentence?

Here is “tabor” used in a sentence: “The minstrel kept time on his tabor as he piped a jig.”

What part of speech is “tabor”?

“Tabor” is a noun.

Where does the word “tabor” come from?

The word “tabor” comes from Old French. From Old French tabour, tracing back through Arabic and Persian words for a type of drum; a relative of "tambour" and "tambourine.".

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