castanets
noun /,kæstə'nɛts/
- Definition
- (used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance
- Example
- The word 'castanets' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
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Compound Word
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Proper Noun
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Rare
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Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
3
Consonants
6
Length
9