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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cymbal

/sɪm.bəl/ noun · British & US
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What does cymbal mean?

noun

A metal plate struck to produce a ringing sound, typically in music, especially in drumming. A crash cymbal is a type of cymbal used to produce a loud, sharp sound.

Example

"The drummer struck the cymbal to signal the end of the song."

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