noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative spelling of timpani. alt-of, alternative, plural, plural-normally
2. 2
   a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

timpanieardrumskettlekettledrumtympanic membranetympanum