Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

trumpet

noun
/ˈtrʌmpɪt/
Definition
A brass musical instrument with a flared bell and a bright, penetrating tone.
Examples
  • The trumpet is often featured in marching bands.
  • She plays the trumpet in the school orchestra.
Meaning
The trumpet is often used in various genres of music, including classical, jazz, and pop. It produces sound by vibrating the lips against a mouthpiece.
Synonyms
  • horn
  • bugle
  • cornet