Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cym
Noun
/sɪm/
Definition
A form of a musical instrument made up of two circular metal plates that are struck together.
Examples
- The drummer crashed the cymbals to emphasize the climax of the song.
- In the band’s performance, the cymbals added a bright, crashing sound that delighted the audience.
- He learned to play the cymbals during his music studies in college.
Meaning
Cymbals are typically used in orchestras, marching bands, and various music genres to create accents and rhythm.
Synonyms
- Hi-hat
- Crash cymbal
- Ride cymbal
