Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tabor

Noun

/ˈteɪbər/

Definition

A small, cylindrical drum often used in folk music.

Examples

The musician played a lively tune on the tabor during the festival.
In historical reenactments, the tabor is frequently featured in period music ensembles.
The sound of the tabor added a joyful rhythm to the village dance.

Meaning

The tabor is a type of drum traditionally played with one hand while the other hand plays a pipe or fipple flute, often accompanying dances and celebrations.