Trombone (Noun)
Meaning
A brass instrument consisting of a long tube whose length can be varied by a U-shaped slide.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The trombone is a popular instrument in jazz and blues music, known for its rich, soulful sound.
- He carefully assembled his trombone, making sure the slide was securely attached to the bell.
- The trombone section of the orchestra played a lively fanfare to open the concert.
- As a child, she was fascinated by the trombone's slide, watching in awe as her father extended and retracted it to change the pitch.
- The musician's trombone playing was so expressive and nuanced that it brought tears to the eyes of the audience.