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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

glockenspiel

/ˈɡlɒkənspiːl/ noun · British & US
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What does glockenspiel mean?

noun

A musical instrument consisting of a set of metal bars of different pitches that are struck with a mallet to produce a ringing sound.

Example

"The orchestra's use of the glockenspiel added a bright, cheerful touch to the otherwise somber melody."

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