oud
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of oud
1730–40; < Arabic ʿūd literally, wood; see lute 1
Example Sentences
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A cologne with notes of violet, oud and cinnamon ensures he’ll leave a lasting impression long after he’s left a room.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
He used to play the oud - his favourite instrument - but this requires two hands.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2024
His grandfather was one of the first percussionists in the area and his grandmother played the oud, a lute-like stringed musical instrument common in the Middle East and Africa.
From Seattle Times ● May 13, 2024
Around this time, Lindley struck up a partnership with Hani Naser, recording a series of albums with the Jordanian oud player.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 3, 2023
“And it looks so much like Mima’s oud. The oud I carried from Turkey to Cuba!”
From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar
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