What does TABOR mean?

Heres the dictionary-style entry for "tabor": tabor

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: a small drum used especially in the Middle Ages and Renaissance as an accompaniment to dancing or singing

Pronunciation (US): /ˈteɪbər/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈteɪbər/

Origin and Usage: The word "tabor" comes from Middle English "tabour," from Old French "tabur," from Late Latin "tabulāre," from Latin "tabula," meaning "a small drum." The word has been in use since the 14th century.

Synonyms: drum, snare drum, tom-tom

Related Words: tabla, sabot, labor, saber, tabby

Example Sentences:

• She danced to the beat of the tabor and the pipe.
• The minstrel played a lively tune on his tabor.
• The tabor was a popular instrument during the Renaissance.