Synonyms for kettledrum
ˈkɛt lˌdrʌmket·tle·drum

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1. kettledrumnoun

   Synonyms:
   timpanum

2. kettledrumnoun

   A large hemispherical brass percussion instrument (one of the timpani) with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting its tension.

   Synonyms:
   timpanum

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1. kettle, kettledrum, tympanum, tympani, timpaninoun

   a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it

   Synonyms:
   kettle hole, tympanum, kettleful, timpani, boiler, middle ear, tympanic cavity, myringa, tympani, eardrum, tympanic membrane, kettle

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1. • Percussion Instrument

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1. kettledrumnoun

   Synonyms:
   tympano

2. kettledrumnoun

   Synonyms:
   tympani

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