Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

squeeze-box

noun
/ˈskwiːz bɒks/
Definition
A musical instrument similar to an accordion, played by compressing and expanding a bellows, allowing air to flow over metal reeds to produce sound.
Examples
  • The musician skillfully played the squeeze-box during the folk festival.
  • She learned to play the squeeze-box from her grandfather, who was a talented folk musician.
Meaning
A squeeze-box is often used in folk music and traditional settings, and it involves manipulating a set of bellows to create music.
Synonyms
  • Accordion
  • Concertina
  • Button accordion
  • Piano accordion