Shawm (Noun)
Meaning
A medieval oboe.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The minstrel's lively tune on the shawm filled the castle courtyard with joy.
- In medieval Europe, the shawm was a popular instrument in town bands and dance ensembles.
- The shawm's distinctive double reed gave it a bright, piercing sound that cut through the noise of the market.
- During the Renaissance, the shawm evolved into the oboe, but its medieval form remained popular in folk music.
- The troubadour's shawm playing was so skilled that it brought tears to the eyes of the noble lady.