wah-wah
or wa-wa
producing a muted, bawling sound like that of a trumpet with the hand moved momentarily over the bell: a wah-wah effect on a synthesizer; a guitar with a wah-wah pedal.
a sound or effect like the muted sound of a trumpet, especially in music.
an electronic device or attachment to produce such a sound, often used with an electric guitar.
Origin of wah-wah
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How to use wah-wah in a sentence
The wah-wahs called ‘jug-jug’ in a long gurgling cadence, like water pouring from a bottle.
The Woodlands Orchids | Frederick Boyle
British Dictionary definitions for wah-wah
/ (ˈwɑːˌwɑː) /
the sound made by a trumpet, cornet, etc, when the bell is alternately covered and uncovered: much used in jazz
an electronic attachment for an electric guitar, etc, that simulates this effect
Origin of wah-wah
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