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a musical instrument consisting of a hollow, round frame with plastic or skin stretched tightly across one or both ends, played by hitting it with sticks or hands
What is a "drum"?
A drum is a percussion instrument consisting of a cylindrical shell with a stretched material covering one or both ends. The drum produces sound when the player strikes this material with their hands, sticks, or mallets. The pitch and tone can vary based on the size of the drum, the tension of the material, and how it is played. Drums are used in various musical genres and settings, including orchestras, marching bands, and rock bands, providing rhythm and dynamic support. They are fundamental to many types of music and are known for their powerful, resonant sounds.
the sound of a drum
small to medium-sized bottom-dwelling food and game fishes of shallow coastal and fresh waters that make a drumming noise
a cylindrical metal container used for shipping or storage of liquids
a hollow cast iron cylinder attached to the wheel that forms part of the brakes
a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends
to produce a rapid and regular succession of beats, like that of a cockatoo
play a percussion instrument
study intensively, as before an exam
