saxhorn

/ˈsæksˌhɔrn/
noun
  1. A brass musical instrument with a conical bore and valves, similar to a tuba or euphonium, invented by Adolphe Sax.
    • The marching band featured a deep, resonant saxhorn in the bass section.
    • The antique saxhorn on display at the museum had ornate engravings on its bell.
    • She learned to play the saxhorn in middle school and later joined the community orchestra.
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