cajón

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noun

A box-shaped percussion instrument of Peruvian origin, played by sitting on it and striking the front or side surfaces with the hands.

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She persuaded me to play a cajón for the first time as she strummed her guitar.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2026

The pit orchestra is buttressed by flamenco guitars; a guitar and a box-drum cajón are played onstage.

From New York Times ● Apr. 9, 2023