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Woodwind: meaning, definitions and examples

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woodwind

 

[ ˈwʊdˌwɪnd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical instruments

Woodwind instruments are a family of musical instruments that produce sound when the player blows air into or across a reed, or into an opening. This family includes instruments such as flutes, clarinets, oboes, and bassoons, characterized by their use of a wooden or cane reed. They typically have a softer tone and are often used in orchestras and bands.

Synonyms

aerophones, wind instruments

Examples of usage

  • The orchestra featured a beautiful woodwind section.
  • She played the clarinet, which is a woodwind instrument.
  • The woodwind players rehearsed diligently for the concert.

Translations

Translations of the word "woodwind" in other languages:

🇵🇹 madeira de sopro

🇮🇳 लकड़ी की वाद्य

🇩🇪 Holzblasinstrument

🇮🇩 alat musik tiup kayu

🇺🇦 дерев'яний духовий

🇵🇱 instrumenty dęte drewniane

🇯🇵 木管楽器

🇫🇷 instrument à vent en bois

🇪🇸 instrumento de viento de madera

🇹🇷 ahşap üflemeli

🇰🇷 목관악기

🇸🇦 آلة النفخ الخشبية

🇨🇿 dřevěný dechový nástroj

🇸🇰 drevený dychový nástroj

🇨🇳 木管乐器

🇸🇮 leseni pihalni instrument

🇮🇸 viðarsláttur

🇰🇿 ағаш үрмелі аспап

🇬🇪 ხის სუნთქვის ინსტრუმენტი

🇦🇿 taxta üfleyici alət

🇲🇽 instrumento de viento de madera

Etymology

The term 'woodwind' originates from the early classification of instruments in the 19th century, as musicologists sought to categorize them based on how they produced sound. It combines 'wood,' reflecting the traditional materials used in making many of these instruments, with 'wind,' denoting the method of sound production through airflow. Historically, woodwind instruments were primarily crafted from wood; however, modern manufacturing has introduced materials like plastic and metal for some instruments. The family encompasses a rich variety of instruments that have evolved over centuries, with roots traceable back to ancient civilizations where similar sound-producing devices were created. The distinct role of woodwinds in orchestras, bands, and chamber music reflects their adaptability and unique tonal qualities.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,155 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.