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Word entry · 8 letters

castanet

Best crossword clue

"Handheld rhythm clapper"

8 letters · collected on this word page

8 lettersPronunciation /ˌkæs.təˈnɛt/Sorted aacensttStarts with CEnds with T2 clues
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Definitions

  1. Castanets are a handheld percussion instrument that consists of a pair of concave shells joined on one edge by string.

Word origin

From Spanish castañeta, diminutive form of castaña, from Latin castanea, from Ancient Greek καστάνεια (kastáneia, “chestnut”), possibly of Pre-Greek origin. Related to the chest in chestnut, formerly chesten.

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Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues

01Handheld rhythm clapper8 letters
02Handheld percussion shell8 letters

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