Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bugle
noun
/ˈbjuːɡl/
Definition
A brass musical instrument with a flared bell and no valves, used especially in military contexts.
Examples
- The bugle sounded at dawn, signaling the start of the day’s activities.
- He learned to play the bugle to join the school band.
- During the ceremony, a bugle was played in honor of the veterans.
Meaning
The bugle is often used to signal commands or serve as a call, especially in the military or by scouts.
Synonyms
- Trumpet
- Horn
- Signals
