Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calliope
Noun
/kəˈlaɪəpi/
Definition
A musical instrument that produces sound by sending steam or compressed air through large whistles.
Examples
- The calliope’s joyful tunes filled the air as the parade passed by.
- Many children were enchanted by the sound of the calliope on the carnival rides.
Meaning
The term ‘calliope’ also refers to a type of steam-powered organ that is often found on riverboats and in circus settings.
Synonyms
- Steam organ
- Orchestral whistle
