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finger cymbals
finger cymbals /ˈfɪŋɡər ˈsɪmbəlz/
noun
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(used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance
(
bones
, clappers
, finger cymbals
, castanets
)
(used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance
The dancer clicked her castanets in rhythm with the flamenco music.
The dancer clicked her castanets in rhythm with the flamenco music.
washstand
washstand /ˈwɔːʃˌstænd/
noun
-
A bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face
(
basin
, lavatory
[ N. American] , washstand
, washbasin
, washbowl
)
a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face
He ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face
he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face
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Furniture consisting of a table or stand to hold a basin and pitcher of water for washing: wash-hand stand' is a British term
(
wash-hand stand
, washstand
)
furniture consisting of a table or stand to hold a basin and pitcher of water for washing: wash-hand stand' is a British term
camera lucida
camera lucida /ˈkæmərə ˈluːsɪdə/
noun
-
An optical device consisting of an attachment that enables an observer to view simultaneously the image and a drawing surface for sketching it
(
camera lucida
)
an optical device consisting of an attachment that enables an observer to view simultaneously the image and a drawing surface for sketching it
The artist utilized a camera lucida to capture the intricate details of the scene.
The artist utilized a camera lucida to capture the intricate details of the scene.
saleslady
saleslady /ˈseɪlzˌleɪdi/
noun
-
(
)
A woman salesperson
(
saleswoman
, salesgirl
, saleslady
)
a woman salesperson
The friendly saleslady assisted customers in finding the perfect outfit.
The friendly saleslady assisted customers in finding the perfect outfit.
