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Percussion instruments consisting of a membrane stretched over a frame.

drum kit percussion

Drums are percussion instruments typically consisting of a membrane stretched over a frame, struck with sticks or hands to produce sound.

Pronunciation

/drʌmz/

Etymology

From Old English druma, of Germanic origin.

Explain Like I’m 5

Drums are instruments you hit to make sounds, like a big bouncy ball stretched over a box!

Fun Facts

The oldest known drum was found in China and dates back 5,500 years
Drumming is a universal form of musical expression found in cultures worldwide
Some drums are large enough to be played by multiple people

FAQ

What are drums? Percussion instruments consisting of a membrane stretched over a frame
How many types of drums are there? Many, including snare drums, bass drums, and tom-toms
What materials are drums made from? Wood, metal, or plastic

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

percussion instruments

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

percussion instrument

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

snare drum bass drum tom-tom

Meronyms — Parts or Components

membrane frame sticks

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

orchestra band

Indexes

musical instrument

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