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crumhorn

crumhorn

1 9.9
A wooden wind instrument with a curved tube that makes a buzzing sound
  • noun
  • /ˈkrʌmˌhɔrn/
  • Archaic
: crumhorn
  • He mastered the technique of playing the crumhorn for the Renaissance concert.

Examples

  • The medieval ensemble featured a crumhorn alongside other period instruments.

  • The crumhorn has a distinctive curved shape.

  • A collection of rare crumhorns was displayed at the music museum.

  • I played the crumhorn in my music class.

  • The musician played a crumhorn, its buzzing sound filled the room.

  • During the Renaissance fair, the crumhorn was featured in the medieval music ensemble.

  • She admired the intricate design of the crumhorn displayed in the museum.

Synonyms

krummhorn
vscrumhorn
  • Archaic
1 9.9

A Renaissance wind instrument with a double reed and curved tube that makes a buzzing nasal sound

is defined by a general buzzing sound rather than a specifically nasal tone
cromorne
vscrumhorn
  • Archaic
9.9

A wind instrument from the Renaissance with two reeds and a curved tube

refers to the same instrument but described by its buzzing sound

Surface Forms

crumhorn singular
crumhorns plural

Etymology

Crumhorn comes from the German words krumm ('bent') and Horn ('horn'), so it means a 'bent horn'. That's why the instrument has a curved tube like a horn and makes a buzzing sound when you play it.