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shakuhachi

/ʃɑːkuːˈhɑːtʃi/ noun · British & US
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What does shakuhachi mean?

noun

A long, bamboo Japanese flute, typically with a single hole, used in traditional Japanese music, particularly in Zen Buddhist rituals.

Example

"The shakuhachi player's soulful melody filled the temple with a sense of peace and tranquility."

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