bass horn

[ beys ]

noun

1. tuba.
2. an obsolete wind instrument related to the tuba but resembling a bassoon in shape.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bass horn¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

A huge tin trumpet was blown most furiously, the blast sounding like the greatest effort of the bass-horn.

From Project Gutenberg

Not a fluttering whistle like the postman's, nor a heavy tone like an organ pipe or bass horn.

From Project Gutenberg

There was a toot of a big bass horn behind them, and the other car went sliding past.

From Project Gutenberg