Meaning of the word drum in English

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

drum

US /drʌm/

UK /drʌm/

Noun

a percussion instrument consisting of a hollow cylindrical shell with a skin or plastic membrane stretched tightly across one or both ends, played by beating with sticks or the hands.

Example:

•

He played the drum with great enthusiasm.

•

The band's sound was dominated by the powerful drums.

Synonym:

percussion instrument kettledrum tom-tom snare drum bass drum

a cylindrical container or receptacle, typically for liquids or powders.

Example:

•

The oil was stored in large metal drums.

•

She used an empty drum as a makeshift table.

Synonym:

barrel cask vat container cylinder

Verb

to play a drum or drums.

Example:

•

He began to drum his fingers on the table impatiently.

•

The rain drummed against the windowpane all night.

Synonym:

beat tap thump rap pound

Learn This Word at Lingoland