Trombone

/trɒmˈboʊn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A brass musical instrument with a telescoping slide to vary the length of the tubing, producing different pitches.

He played the trombone in the school band during the winter concert.

A member of the trombone family, which includes various types such as tenor and bass trombones.

The orchestra featured a solo by the bass trombone during the symphony.

A type of musical part or section that uses the trombone.

The arrangement includes a lively trombone section that adds depth to the piece.

Italian 'trombone,' from 'tromba' meaning 'trumpet.'

trombone slide

The mechanism used to change pitch on a trombone.

trombone player

A musician who plays the trombone.

trombone section

The group of trombone players in an orchestra or band.

trumpet

A brass instrument with a flared bell and a bright sound.

baritone

A low male singing voice or a brass instrument ranging between the trombone and the euphonium.

euphonium

A brass instrument similar to a tuba but with a more mellow sound.

Trombone as a term for someone who plays it, often humorously.

Look at that trombone sliding into the party!

To mess around or play around, similar to how a trombone is played.

Stop tromboning around and get to work!