bagpipe - Master This Word
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bagpipe Word Meanings
- A musical instrument made of a bag and pipes.
- A traditional Scottish musical instrument.
- A type of instrument played with the mouth and producing sounds through pipes.
bagpipe Example Sentences
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bagpipe Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈbæɡ.paɪp/
US
/ˈbæɡ.paɪp/
bagpipe Word Etymology
(a) The word 'bagpipes' decomposes into 'bag' + 'pipes'. (b) It comes from the Old French 'bagpipe' derived from the Latin 'bagga' meaning 'bag' and the Greek 'pygme' meaning 'pipe'. (c) Imagine a piper with a large bag under one arm, squeezing the bag to make the pipes sound, creating a lovely melody that fills the air at a Scottish festival.
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Step 1: Meaning
What is the definition of the word 'bagpipe'?
A.A type of cooking utensil
B.A form of dance
C.A musical instrument consisting of a bag and pipes
D.A style of painting
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses the word 'bagpipe' correctly?
A.The chef used the bagpipe to season the food.
B.She played the bagpipe beautifully at the concert.
C.He decided to bagpipe his bike before the race.
D.They teach bagpipe in art class.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym for 'bagpipe'?
A.Piper
B.Flute
C.Harmonica
D.Drum
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is an opposite word for 'bagpipe'?
A.Wind instrument
B.Percussion
C.Silence
D.Saxophone
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life situation where someone might play a bagpipe?
A.During a wedding ceremony, a musician played a lively tune.
B.At a funeral, a person expressed emotions through music.
C.In a park, people gathered to hear traditional sounds.
D.A classical guitarist played a soft ballad to the crowd.
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