clacker

Meanings

• noun

  A percussion instrument consisting of a series of metal tubes that are struck with a mallet to produce a sharp, ringing sound.

  - "The clacker band played energetically during the parade."
  - "The clacker is a popular instrument in traditional Irish music."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clacker
cracker , hacker , tracker

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Variants

List of all variants of clacker that leads to same result
clack , clacked , clacker , clackers , clacking , clacks

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Etymology

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From Old English 'clacian' meaning 'to ring or clang'.

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Trivia

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1. The clacker is also known as a 'sleigh bell' or a 'tubular bell'.

2. The clacker was originally made from cowbells or horse bells.

3. The clacker is sometimes used in modern electronic music to add a percussive element.

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Related Concepts

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1. Maracas: Maracas are a type of percussion instrument that are shaken to produce sound. They are often used in Latin American music and dance.

2. Timpani: Timpani are a type of percussion instrument that consist of a large, bowl-shaped drum with a tight membrane. They are often used in orchestral music.

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Culture

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The clacker has been used in various cultural contexts, including traditional music and percussion ensembles. It is often associated with Irish and Scottish music and dance.

How to Memorize "clacker"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long metal tube that is struck with a mallet to produce a sharp, ringing sound.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the sound of the clacker with the sound of bells or chimes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'clacker' as a 'metal talker'.

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