percussion
Pronunciation
/pɚˈkʌʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "percussion"in English

Percussion
01

any musical instrument that is played by hitting with the hand or a stick, such as cymbals, drums, etc.

percussion definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Plural form
percussions
02

the act or technique of playing a percussion instrument

03

the act of tapping or striking the body during medical examination to assess the condition of internal organs

04

the initiation of an explosive reaction by striking a percussion cap

05

the group of instruments in an orchestra or band that produce sound by being struck, shaken, or scraped

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