maraca
noun
a gourd or a gourd-shaped rattle filled with seeds or pebbles and used, often in a pair, as a rhythm instrument.
maracas
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pluralof maraca.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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A maracas solo by Ernesto Laya, however, seemed to be too soft to be picked up by the microphones, yet he held a cheering crowd rapt simply by his rhythmic movements.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
We're speaking in the middle of the same crowded bistro, where maracas, horns, matracas, and chants almost drown out our conversation.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
The maker of maracas, hammocks and ceramics does not see his vote as automatically transferable.
From Seattle Times ● May 15, 2024
There are brightly painted maracas and Valentine’s Day teddy bears.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 7, 2023
She could sing, play the cello, and even juggle maracas.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
