didgeridoo

An Aboriginal man plays a didgeridoo at a cultural gathering.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Musical instrument: A "didgeridoo" is a long, wooden, tubular wind instrument developed by Indigenous Australians, typically made from a eucalyptus branch hollowed out by termites. It produces a deep, resonant drone when played.

Usage Examples

• (He learned to produce sound on this traditional instrument.)
• (It is played in both traditional and modern settings.)

Advanced Usage

• "to didgeridoo" (rare verb): to play the didgeridoo or produce a sound similar to it.
  • The musician didgeridooed for an hour without stopping. (He played the instrument continuously.)

Variants and Related Words

• Didgeridooist (n): a person who plays the didgeridoo.
  • The didgeridooist performed with great skill. (The player demonstrated expertise.)

Synonyms

• Drone pipe: a similar instrument that produces a continuous low sound, though not specifically Australian.
• Wind instrument: any instrument that produces sound by air vibration, including the didgeridoo.

Related Idioms

• "to blow one's own didgeridoo": a humorous, informal phrase meaning to boast about oneself, derived from the instrument's loud, resonant sound.
  • He's always blowing his own didgeridoo about his achievements. (He constantly brags about his successes.)