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pauk — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • kettledrum noun A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.
  • timpani noun The set of precision kettledrums in an orchestra.

Senses

pauk is used for these senses in English:

  • kettledrum (musical instruments) A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.
  • timpani (musical instruments) The set of precision kettledrums in an orchestra.

kettledrum — full definition

  1. noun A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.
  2. noun An informal social party at which a light snack is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening.
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