🥁percussion

noun
/pərˈkʌʃən/

Meaning

Musical instruments that are played by striking, shaking, or scraping, such as drums or cymbals.

Example Sentences

The percussion section added rhythm and energy to the orchestra.

Synonyms

drumming, rhythm, beat, striking, tapping

Antonyms

silence, stillness

Collocations

percussion instruments, percussion ensemble, percussion music, percussion section

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