drum kit
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of drum kit
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Percy “PC3” Crews has been playing drums since he was 3, and his vicious skills on the drum kit contrast with a cheery, relaxed demeanor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026
Ben made his predictions while he was sitting at his drum kit - and wrote them on one of his drums.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
The singer also made good use out of her space bedrooms, with one utilized as a music room, complete with a funky patterned couch, a keyboard, and a drum kit.
From MarketWatch ● May 26, 2026
Chung, who was vice chairman of Hyundai Motor at the time, then brought out his drum kit and played a few more songs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2025
She and Joe unloaded the drum kit from the Hidalgos’ basement.
From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez
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