steel drum
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of steel drum
First recorded in 1950–55
Example Sentences
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The international performers who have become part of the “Stamptown” universe run the gamut from jugglers to steel drum players to acrobats to pianists.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
The main parade started later in the morning and featured steel drum players, stilt walkers and dancers wearing flamboyant costumes.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 4, 2023
At the sound of the sprightly steel drum opening, Lido Pimienta lit up with a playful grin and started vocalizing.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 6, 2022
A key part of the conversation had been drowned out by a steel drum.
From Slate ● Jun. 22, 2017
It came just before lunch, as he was standing at his locker, and flew in with such force it knocked him back, making the row of lockers resound like a steel drum.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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