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tambour

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun tambour has 2 senses
  1. tambour, embroidery frame, embroidery hoop - a frame made of two hoops; used for embroidering
    --1 is a kind of framework, frame, framing
  2. tambour - a drum
    --2 is a kind of
    drum, membranophone, tympan

Definitions from the Web

Tambour

Noun

1. A drum or small drum, often used in military bands or for accompanying the tambourine.

Example sentence: The sound of the tambour resonated through the streets as the marching band performed.

Noun

2. A circular frame, typically made of wood or plastic, used in embroidery to stretch fabric and hold it taut.

Example sentence: She carefully placed the fabric on the tambour before beginning her delicate embroidery work.

Noun

3. A sewing attachment, resembling a small circular hoop, used for adding decorative stitches or creating lace patterns.

Example sentence: The tambour attachment allowed her to effortlessly create intricate lace designs on the fabric.

Noun

4. A drum-shaped part or compartment in a machine.

Example sentence: The washing machine has a tambour where you can easily load and unload your clothes.

Noun

5. A framework or architectural feature resembling a drum, often used in arches or towers.

Example sentence: The beautiful cathedral had magnificent tambours supporting its grand arches.

Verb

1. To play a tambour drum.

Example sentence: The skilled musician expertly tamboured the rhythmic beats during the performance.

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