Hornpipe

Definition:

  • (n.) An instrument of music formerly popular in Wales, consisting of a wooden pipe, with holes at intervals. It was so called because the bell at the open end was sometimes made of horn.
  • (n.) A lively tune played on a hornpipe, for dancing; a tune adapted for such playing.

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