noun
marimba
Marimba (noun) means a percussion instrument that originated in Africa, resembling a xylophone fitted with resonators, but with a much lower range and a darker sound.
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A percussion instrument that originated in Africa, resembling a xylophone fitted with resonators, but with a much lower range and a darker sound.
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Etymology
From Portuguese marimba, via a Bantu source, perhaps Kimbundu marimba (“xylophone”).
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What is the meaning of marimba?
"marimba" (noun) means a percussion instrument that originated in Africa, resembling a xylophone fitted with resonators, but with a much lower range and a darker sound.
What is another word for marimba?
Other words for "marimba" include xylophone.
