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(ma-rim-ba) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a musical instrument with wooden bars that are struck to make sound.

Example Sentence

They played the marimba at the African festival.

More Example Sentences

Students learned to play the marimba in class.

Synonyms

xylophone; percussion instrument; vibraphone

Antonyms

trumpet

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Rhymes

  • kimba
  • simba

  • marimba
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