Meaning of the word fife in English

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fife

US /faɪf/

UK /faɪf/

a small, high-pitched, transverse flute, used especially in military bands.

Example:

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The soldier played a lively tune on his fife.

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The sound of the fife and drum filled the parade ground.

Synonym:

flute piccolo whistle

to play the fife.

Example:

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He learned to fife at a young age, joining the local band.

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The musicians would often fife and drum during town celebrations.

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