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Vocabulary Entry
percussion
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act of striking one body against another to produce a sound, or the instruments used in this act.
Example Sentences
"The percussion section of the orchestra includes drums and cymbals."
"She played the marimba, showcasing her talent in percussion."
"In music class, we learned about different percussion instruments from around the world."
V
verb
To strike or hit something, often used in a musical context.
Example Sentences
"The musician will percussion the beat on the table with his hands."
"In the performance, she will percussion the rhythm on the tambourine."
"He likes to percussion on various surfaces to create different sounds."