Vibes (Noun)
Meaning
A percussion instrument similar to a xylophone but having metal bars and rotating disks in the resonators that produce a vibrato sound.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The vibes solo added an otherworldly element to the jazz ensemble's performance.
- She carefully tuned the vibes before the concert to ensure they sounded their best.
- The musician's expertise on the vibes brought a unique sound to the band.
- The vibes were placed prominently on the stage as the main instrument of the composition.
- The rotating disks inside the vibes resonators created a wavering, ethereal effect in the music.