flute

flute · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A woodwind musical instrument consisting of a tube with holes along its length, played by blowing across an opening at one end.

  2. 2.

    A tall, narrow wine glass, typically used for champagne.

  3. 3.

    A vertical groove or channel, especially in a column.

  4. 4.

    (as verb) To make flute-like sounds; to produce grooves.

Forms

plural: flutes

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    champagne flute — a tall narrow glass for sparkling wine
  • •
    flute player — a person who plays the flute (flutist/flautist)

Related words

See also: clarinet, oboe, orchestra
Synonyms: fife, pipe, recorder

Etymology

From Old French flaute (Modern French flute), possibly from Provencal flauta, of uncertain origin, perhaps imitative.