Here is the information you requested on "kazoo":
1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
- a musical instrument consisting of a hollow pipe with a hole in it, over which is a membrane that vibrates and produces a buzzing sound when the player hums or sings into the pipe.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /kəˈzu/
- UK: /kəˈzuː/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "kazoo" originated in the United States in the late 1800s. It is a small, handheld instrument that is often used in musical performances and is popular among children. It is typically made of metal or plastic and is played by humming into the mouthpiece while the membrane vibrates to produce a buzzing sound.
5. Synonyms: None
6. Related Words:
- flute
- oboes
- saxos
- trump
- tubas
7. Example Sentences:
- She played "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" on her kazoo.
- The band included a kazoo player in their performance.
- The children had fun making music with their kazoos.