Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
musette
noun
/mjuːˈzɛt/
Definition
A small, often portable bag or pouch, typically used for carrying food or personal items.
Examples
- The musician played a lively tune on the musette, evoking the charming streets of Paris.
- She packed her lunch in a musette for the day’s hike.
Meaning
In a musical context, a musette is a type of small bagpipe commonly associated with French music. The term can also refer to a style of dance music or a genre of traditional French melodies.
Synonyms
- bagpipe
- satchel
- pouch
