Cymbal Definition

cymbal
noun
  1. a percussion instrument consisting of a concave brass disk; makes a loud crashing sound when hit with a drumstick or when two are struck together

"Cymbal" in song lyrics

See how cymbal is used in real songs:

  • "Fires tremble, she crash just like the cymbal"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Byata — One Plan
  • "And ring your damn ear drums as if I was a cymbal"
    Lords of the Underground — Keep it Underground
  • "Cause if you want beef we can clash like a cymbal"
    Masta Ace, Inc. f/ Lord Digga, Eyceurokk — Saturday Nite Live

Usage tips for "cymbal"

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