Licorice Stick (Noun)
Meaning
The ordinary clarinet with a middle range.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- A young musician picked up the licorice stick and began to play a lively tune on her clarinet.
- The instrument often referred to as a licorice stick due to its distinctive shape is a staple in many school bands.
- During the woodwind sectionals, each student practicing their part on their respective licorice stick concentrated deeply on perfecting the melody.
- Her teacher told her that in order to master the licorice stick she needed a great deal of patience and dedication.
- Although its formal name is a clarinet, many people affectionately call this wonderful instrument a licorice stick due to its long slender body.