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Rain Stick (Noun)

Meaning

A percussion instrument that is made from a dried cactus branch that is hollowed out and filled with small pebbles and capped at both ends; makes the sound of falling rain when tilted; origin was in Chile where tribesmen used it in ceremonies to bring rain.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The musician gently tilted the rain stick back and forth, creating a soothing melody that mimicked the sound of a gentle spring shower.
  • In traditional Chilean ceremonies, the rain stick was used to summon the gods and bring much-needed rain to the parched land.
  • The child's eyes widened with wonder as she picked up the rain stick and heard the soft rattling of pebbles inside, like a miniature thunderstorm.
  • The percussionist added a rain stick to the ensemble, its gentle patter weaving in and out of the other instruments to create a rich tapestry of sound.
  • As the shaman raised the rain stick to the sky, the tribe fell silent, waiting for the heavens to respond to the ancient ritual.

Hypernyms

  • Percussive Instrument
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