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Definitions for musette
myuˈzɛtmusette
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Princeton's WordNet
musette, shepherd's pipenoun
a small bagpipe formerly popular in France
Wiktionary
musettenoun
A small bagpipe with a bellows, having a soft sound, and once popular in France.
musettenoun
A dance tune or pastoral air that imitates this instrument.
musettenoun
A small bag or knapsack, with a shoulder strap, used by soldiers, student, tourists, etc., containing food or other things.
musettenoun
A small instrument similar to an oboe or shawm.
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musette
A musette is a small, French bagpipe that was popular in courtly music during the 17th and 18th centuries. It typically has a softer and simpler sound than many other forms of bagpipes. The term "musette" can also refer to a light, elegant piece of music, often in 3/4 time, mimicking the sound of these instruments. Additionally, musette is a style of French folk dance and music, traditionally performed to the accompaniment of accordion or bandoneon.
Webster Dictionary
Musettenoun
a small bagpipe formerly in use, having a soft and sweet tone
Musettenoun
an air adapted to this instrument; also, a kind of rustic dance
Etymology: [F., dim. of OF. muse.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Musette
mū-zet′, n. a small oboe: an old French bagpipe: a simple pastoral melody.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of musette in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of musette in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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