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tromboon
Definition from Dictionary, a free dictionary
The really happy man never laughs—seldom—though he may smile. He does not need to laugh, for laughter, like weeping is a relief of mental tension—and the happy are not over strung.
Prof. F. A. P. AvelingEnglish
Etymology
Blend of trombone and bassoon.
Humorously coined by composer Peter Schickele, attributed to fictitious composer P.D.Q. Bach.
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- (music) A trombone with the reed and bocal of a bassoon placed instead of the usual mouthpiece.
- An awkward union of disparate elements combining the disadvantages of both.
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