What does PIPER mean?
Piper
- Parts of Speech: Noun
- Definition: A person who plays a pipe, especially a bagpipe.
- Pronunciations: US: /ˈpaɪpər/, UK: /ˈpʌɪpə/
- Origin and Usage: The word "piper" comes from the Middle English word "pipere" which means a musician who plays a pipe. The word has been used since the 14th century and was originally used to refer to a person who played a simple flute-like instrument called a pipe. Over time, the word came to be associated with the bagpipe, a popular instrument in Scotland and Ireland. Today, the word "piper" is used to describe a person who plays any type of pipe, including the bagpipe, flute, or recorder.
- Synonyms: Bagpiper, flautist, recorder player
- Related Words: Flute, music, notes, pipes, sound
- Example Sentences:
- The piper played a beautiful tune on his bagpipes.
- She hired a piper to play at her wedding ceremony.
- He is a skilled piper who can play a variety of instruments.
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