biniou
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of biniou
from Breton beniou
Example Sentences
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In front the violin sang a strident tune, and the biniou snored and hummed, while the player capered solemnly, lifting high his heavy clogs.
From Tales of Unrest by Conrad, Joseph
As for the farandole, I tire last of all—and it is the biniou who cries out for mercy!”
From The Maids of Paradise by Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William)
Then to the sound of the biniou and of the veze they moved in joyous dances in which the daughter of kings did not disdain to take part.
From The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X by Imbert de Saint-Amand, Arthur Léon, baron
The musicians, with biniou and hautboy, went round to summon the guests.
From Brittany & Its Byways by Palliser, Bury, Mrs.
The orchestra—two violins, a reed-pipe, a biniou, and a harp—were playing away with might and main.
From Lorraine A romance by Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William)
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