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cas·ta·net

castanet

 
pronunciation:
kae st net
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part of speech: noun
definition: one of a pair of slightly concave wooden or ivory instruments, held in the hand and clicked together to provide rhythmic accompaniment, esp. to certain Spanish dances.
 
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