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flute (noun)

A flute is a musical instrument that belongs to the woodwind family. It is a long, thin tube played by blowing air across a hole while covering other holes with your fingers or keys.

💬 Example

"She plays the flute in the school band every Tuesday."

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a 'FLow' of 'U'nderstanding 'T'hrough music. The 'flow' of air creates the music, the 'U' shape of your mouth ma...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
pipe fife woodwind recorder piccolo
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Confusing 'flute' (instrument) with 'flutist' (player). → The musician is a talented flutist.

Incorrect pluralization: 'many flute'. → There were many flutes in the orchestra.

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