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Chime (Noun)

Meaning

A percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The lonely melody of the chime echoed through the desolate winter landscape, evoking a haunting sense of nostalgia.
  • The chime added a touch of whimsy to the otherwise somber orchestral piece, its bright silvery tones ringing out in joyful descant.
  • In the percussion section, the young musician carefully selected a mallet to strike the chime, aware that the right touch would make all the difference in the overall sound.
  • During the orchestral interlude, the chime sang out with crystalline clarity, its bell-like tones shimmering in perfect harmony with the flutes.
  • As the final notes of the symphony faded, the chime lingered, its soft, ghostly voice lingering like a whispered secret in the darkness.

Synonyms

  • Bell
  • Gong

Hypernyms

  • Percussive Instrument

Related Words

  • Chime (verb)
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