Kettledrum Definition

kĕtl-drŭm
kettledrums
noun
kettledrums
A percussion instrument consisting of a hollow hemisphere of copper or brass and a parchment top that can be tightened or loosened to change the pitch; timpano.
Webster's New World

(dated) An informal social party at which a light collation is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening.

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Singular:
kettledrum
Plural:
kettledrums

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