Synonyms for

Drum

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Definition

a percussion instrument made of a hollow cylinder or hemisphere with a membrane stretched tightly over one or both ends, played by beating with the hands or sticks

Synonyms & similar words

mugup getup grindaway thrum drumfish swotup beat metaldrum boneup barrel bone brakedrum tympan swot cram membranophone percussion tambourine bongo snare timpani cymbal gong maraca tabor tom-tom kettledrum beat rhythm drub pound thump bang knock tap strike

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