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snare drum
noun
: a drum of a medium size that is played with special sticks (called drumsticks)
Full Definition of SNARE DRUM
: a small double-headed drum with one or more snares stretched across its lower head — see drum illustration
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First Known Use of SNARE DRUM
circa 1859
Rhymes with SNARE DRUM
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SNARE DRUM Defined for Kids
snare drum
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Definition of SNARE DRUM for Kids
: a small drum with two heads that has strings stretched across its lower head to produce a rattling sound
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