Calliope

Pronunciation: /kəˈlaɪ.əˌpi/

Definitions of calliope

noun a keyboard instrument resembling an organ but with the notes produced by steam whistles, used chiefly on showboats and in circuses

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a calliope at the circus.

A2 The calliope played cheerful music during the parade.

B1 The calliope is a musical instrument often used in carnivals and fairs.

B2 The sound of the calliope filled the air with joy and excitement.

C1 The intricate melodies produced by the calliope captivated the audience.

C2 The calliope's vibrant tunes added a festive atmosphere to the event.

Examples of calliope in a Sentence

formal The calliope is a musical instrument that produces sound by sending steam through whistles.

informal I heard a calliope playing at the circus last night.

slang Let's go check out the calliope at the fair!

figurative Her voice was like a calliope, filling the room with its melodic tones.

Grammatical Forms of calliope

• past tense: called
• plural: calliopes
• comparative: more calliope
• superlative: most calliope
• present tense: calliope
• future tense: will calliope
• perfect tense: have called
• continuous tense: is calliopeing
• singular: calliope
• positive degree: calliope
• infinitive: to calliope
• gerund: calling
• participle: called

Origin and Evolution of calliope

First Known Use: 1855 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'calliope' originates from Greek mythology, specifically from the Muse Calliope who was the muse of epic poetry and eloquence.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a musical instrument resembling an organ with steam whistles, the term 'calliope' has evolved to also mean a loud and shrill sounding instrument or voice.