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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

marimba

/mɑːrɪmbə/ noun · British & US
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What does marimba mean?

noun

A musical instrument originating from Mesoamerica, consisting of a set of wooden bars of different pitches that are struck with mallets.

Example

"The marimba player's fingers moved deftly over the instrument's keys, producing a rich and resonant sound."

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