Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drum
Noun / Verb
/drĘŚm/
Definition
A drum is a musical instrument that consists of a cylindrical body covered at one or both ends with a membrane that produces sound when struck.
Examples
- The drummer played a steady beat on the drum.
- She learned to drum in her school band.
- The sound of the drum echoed through the hall.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘drum’ can refer to a rhythm or beat created by drums in music, or it may also describe a repetitive sound or action.
Synonyms
- percussion instrument
- timpani
- bass drum
- snare drum
- bongos
