Flue Pipe (Noun)
Meaning
Organ pipe whose tone is produced by air passing across the sharp edge of a fissure or lip.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The flue pipe in the old church organ produced a rich, mellow sound that filled the entire sanctuary.
- The organ builder carefully crafted each flue pipe to ensure that it produced the desired pitch and tone.
- The flue pipe's unique design allowed it to produce a wide range of dynamics, from soft and subtle to loud and dramatic.
- As the air passed across the sharp edge of the flue pipe, it created a clear, bell-like tone that resonated throughout the concert hall.
- The flue pipe's distinctive sound was a hallmark of the pipe organ, distinguishing it from other keyboard instruments.