woodwind
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/ˈwʊdˌwɪnd/
musical instrument family
Etymology
'woodwind' originates from the combination of 'wood' and 'wind,' referring to instruments traditionally made of wood and played by blowing air.
'woodwind' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Initially, it referred to any wind instrument made of wood, but now it includes some metal instruments like the saxophone.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a family of musical instruments that includes flutes, clarinets, oboes, bassoons, and saxophones, which produce sound by the vibration of air in a tube, typically made of wood or metal.
The orchestra's woodwind section played beautifully during the concert.
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