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dulcian

Pronunciation: /ˈdʌlsɪən/
Definition of dulcian

noun

  • 1an early type of bassoon made in one piece.
  • 2any of various organ stops, typically with 8-foot funnel-shaped flue pipes or 8- or 16-foot reed pipes.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from German Dulzian, or a variant of dulciana

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