Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sistrum
noun
/ˈsɪstrəm/
Definition
A musical instrument used in ancient Egypt and other cultures, resembling a rattle and typically made of metal.
Examples
- The priestess played the sistrum during the ceremonial rites.
- In ancient times, the sistrum was believed to ward off evil spirits.
- The sound of the sistrum filled the temple as the procession began.
Meaning
The sistrum produces sound through the movement of rods or metal pieces when shaken.
Synonyms
- Rattle
- Percussion instrument
