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Definition of xylorimba

xylorimba

/ˌzaɪləˈrɪmbə/
xy · lo · rim · ba
Plural:xylorimbas
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xylorimba Lexical Profile

xylorimba Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A large pitched percussion instrument consisting of wooden bars struck with mallets, designed to combine the characteristics and extended acoustic range of both the xylophone and the marimba.

Example

"The composer specifically scored the intricate percussion solo for a xylorimba to exploit its wide, resonant acoustic range."

Synonyms
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• Rhymes for xylorimba

• Nearby Words

xylophilous
xylophone
xylopyrography
xylorimba
xylosma
xylotomist
xylotomous

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century as a portmanteau of 'xylophone' (from Greek 'xylon' for wood) and 'marimba' (of Bantu origin), reflecting its hybrid design.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xylorimba. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xylorimba
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