Timbrel

Pronunciation: /ˈtɪmbrəl/

Definitions of timbrel

noun a musical instrument consisting of a small drum with jingling metal disks attached to the rim

Example Sentences

A1 She played the timbrel in the school band.

A2 The musician added a timbrel to the percussion section of the orchestra.

B1 During the festival, the dancers danced to the beat of the timbrel.

B2 The timbrel player showcased their skills during the musical performance.

C1 The timbrel's intricate patterns added depth to the music composition.

C2 The timbrel's rhythmic beats captivated the audience at the concert.

Examples of timbrel in a Sentence

formal The musician played the timbrel during the orchestra performance.

informal I love the sound of the timbrel in that song.

slang Let's jam out with the timbrel tonight!

figurative Her laughter was like the tinkling of a timbrel in the wind.

Grammatical Forms of timbrel

• plural: timbrels
• comparative: more timbrel
• superlative: most timbrel
• present tense: play timbrel
• future tense: will timbrel
• perfect tense: has timbrelled
• continuous tense: is timbrelling
• singular: timbrel
• positive degree: timbrel
• infinitive: to timbrel
• gerund: timbrelling
• participle: timbrelling

Origin and Evolution of timbrel

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'timbrel' originated from the Old French word 'timbrele' which was derived from the Latin word 'tympanum' meaning drum or tambourine.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a small drum or tambourine, the word 'timbrel' has evolved to also include a type of hand drum often used in religious or ceremonial contexts.