tímpano — meaning in English
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English meaning
- eardrum noun The thin membrane inside the ear that vibrates in response to sound and passes the vibration on to the inner ear bones.
- 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
tímpano is used for these senses in English:
- eardrum (anatomy) A thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and transmits sound from the air to the malleus.
- 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
- noun A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.
- noun An informal social party at which a light snack is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening.
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