Meaning of the word "snare drum" in English

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snare drum

US /ˈsner drʌm/
UK /ˈsner drʌm/
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Noun

1.

a drum with a snare (a set of wires or cords) stretched across the bottom head, which vibrates when the drum is struck, producing a characteristic rattling sound

Example:
The drummer hit the snare drum with a sharp crack.
The marching band's rhythm was driven by the powerful snare drum section.
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