Meaning & Definition of word "Trumpet"

Trumpet

/ˈtrʌmpɪt/

noun:

  • 1. A brass musical instrument with a flared bell and a bright, penetrating tone, played by blowing into a mouthpiece and using valves to vary the pitch.
    • Example: He played a soulful melody on his trumpet during the jazz concert.
  • 2. A signal or announcement made with a trumpet, often used in ceremonial contexts.
    • Example: The wedding processional began with the sound of a trumpet.

verb:

  • 1. To blow a trumpet, or to sound a trumpet, often to proclaim or announce something loud and triumphantly.
    • Example: The town crier trumpeted the arrival of the king.
  • 2. To proclaim or announce something publicly and loudly.
    • Example: The company trumpeted its new product with a grand marketing campaign.

Etymology

Middle English 'trumpette', from Old French 'trompette', diminutive of 'trompe' (trumpet, trumpet call).

Common Phrases and Expressions

blow one's own trumpet:

To boast about one's achievements.

to trumpet something:

To proclaim or announce something loudly.

trumpet vine:

A flowering plant known for attracting hummingbirds.

Related Words

trumpeter:

A person who plays the trumpet.

trumpeting:

The act of making a loud, trumpet-like sound.

trumpet-style:

A design or fashion inspired by the shape or qualities of a trumpet.

Slang Meanings of trumpet

Meaning: To make a loud announcement or to boast.

Example Sentence: She was trumpeting her promotion to everyone at the party.

Meaning: To show off or brag.

Example Sentence: He’s always trumpeting his latest achievements.