drum
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drums
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a musical instrument consisting of a hollow, round frame with plastic or skin stretched tightly across one or both ends, played by hitting it with sticks or hands
A drum is a percussion instrument consisting of a cylindrical shell with a stretched material covering one or both ends. The drum produces sound when the player strikes this material with their hands, sticks, or mallets. The pitch and tone can vary based on the size of the drum, the tension of the material, and how it is played. Drums are used in various musical genres and settings, including orchestras, marching bands, and rock bands, providing rhythm and dynamic support. They are fundamental to many types of music and are known for their powerful, resonant sounds.
- Drum lessons have helped him improve his sense of rhythm.
- He played a fast rhythm on the drum during the band's performance.
- He purchased a new drum set for his home studio.
- She can play various drum patterns, from rock to reggae.
- The drum solo in the song is very challenging to play.
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the sound of a drum
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small to medium-sized bottom-dwelling food and game fishes of shallow coastal and fresh waters that make a drumming noise
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a cylindrical metal container used for shipping or storage of liquids
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a hollow cast iron cylinder attached to the wheel that forms part of the brakes
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a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends
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