saxophone

noun

sax·​o·​phone ˈsak-sə-ˌfōn How to pronounce saxophone (audio)
: one of a group of single-reed woodwind instruments usually ranging from soprano to bass and characterized by a conical metal tube and finger keys
saxophonic adjective
saxophonist
ˈsak-sə-ˌfō-nist How to pronounce saxophone (audio)
 especially British  sak-ˈsä-fə-
noun

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Gano and founding bassist Brian Ritchie were joined by drummer John Sparrow, multi-instrumentalist Blaise Garza on saxophone, keys and percussion, and the Horns of Dilemma (which also featured Garza). Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024 There will be times when work dominates, like a saxophone solo that demands full attention. Brian Bartes, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 The band lit up the stage with saxophone solos and impressive vocal runs, energizing the crowd to jump and sing along to their favorite songs. Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2024 The saxophone solo in the bridge is captivating, and the soulful piano adds an emotional touch that elevates the song. Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 20 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for saxophone 

Word History

Etymology

French, from Antoine-Joseph (or Adolphe) Sax †1894 Belgian instrument maker + French -phone

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of saxophone was in 1851

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“Saxophone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/saxophone. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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saxophone

noun
sax·​o·​phone ˈsak-sə-ˌfōn How to pronounce saxophone (audio)
: a musical instrument of the woodwind class consisting of a usually curved metal tube with finger keys and a reed mouthpiece
saxophonist noun
Etymology

named for Antoine "Adolph" Sax 1814–1894 a Belgian maker of musical instruments

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