pan-pipe

A musician plays a tune on a pan-pipe in the park.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A musical instrument: "pan-pipe" refers to a wind instrument consisting of a series of tubes of different lengths, typically bound together, played by blowing across the tops. It is named after the Greek god Pan.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The musician played a haunting melody on the pan-pipe. (A series of tubes producing different pitches.)
  • In the Andes, the pan-pipe is a traditional instrument used in folk music. (A cultural instrument from South America.)

Advanced Usage

• "to play the pan-pipe": to perform music using this specific instrument.

  • She learned to play the pan-pipe during her travels in Peru. (She acquired skill with this instrument.)

• "pan-pipe music": music composed or performed for the pan-pipe.

  • The pan-pipe music at the festival was both soothing and lively. (Music featuring the pan-pipe sounds.)

Variants and Related Words

• Pan-pipes (n, plural): an alternative term for the same instrument, often used interchangeably.

  • The pan-pipes are made from bamboo or reeds. (The instrument constructed from natural materials.)

• Pan flute (n): a common synonym for pan-pipe, especially in Western contexts.

  • He bought a pan flute at the market. (A similar instrument with tubes.)

Synonyms

• Pan flute: a direct synonym, emphasizing the flute-like nature.
• Syrinx: the ancient Greek name for the pan-pipe, from mythology.

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