Meaning of the word bassoon in English

What does bassoon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bassoon

US /bəˈsuːn/
UK /bəˈsuːn/
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Noun

a large woodwind instrument of the oboe family, with a double reed and a long, conical tube, sounding in the bass register and tenor registers.

Example:
The deep, rich sound of the bassoon filled the concert hall.
She decided to learn to play the bassoon.
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