trumpets

American  

[truhm-pits] / ˈtrʌm pɪts /

noun

plural

trumpets

1. a showy pitcher plant, Sarracenia flava, of the southeastern United States, having prominently veined, crimson-throated, yellow-green leaves and yellow flowers from 2 to 4 inches (5.1 to 10.2 centimeters) wide.

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Etymology

Origin of trumpets

Plural of trumpet

Example Sentences

Ahead of a tell-all show at the Corn Exchange in Brighton, Stephens described his 20s as a “whirlwind” in which Rizzle Kicks had hits including Down With the Trumpets and Mama Do the Hump.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2024

Trumpets sounded inside the medieval abbey and the congregation shouted “God save the king!” at a service attended by more than 2,000 guests, including world leaders, aristocrats and celebrities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2023

Trumpets will sound and gun salutes will be fired across the U.K.

From Washington Times • May 6, 2023

Trumpets then announced the exit of Canada’s chief herald from the residence.

From Reuters • Sep. 10, 2022

Trumpets and trombones shot out from the doorframe, blasting out bursts of triumphant music.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix