timpani
or tym·pa·ni
a set of kettledrums, especially as used in an orchestra or band.
Origin of timpani
1Other words from timpani
- tim·pa·nist, noun
Words Nearby timpani
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British Dictionary definitions for timpani
tympani
/ (ˈtɪmpənɪ) /
(sometimes functioning as singular) a set of kettledrums, two or more in number: Often (informal) shortened to: timps
Origin of timpani
1Derived forms of timpani
- timpanist or tympanist, noun
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Cultural definitions for timpani
[ (tim-puh-nee) ]
Italian for kettledrums; the term timpani is often preferred by composers and performers.
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