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• noun (Context 1)
Either of a pair of connected, small, open-bottomed drums of Afro-Cuban origin that are typically held between the knees and played with the fingers and palms.
Usage Example
"The percussionist kept a steady, driving rhythm on the bongos while the acoustic guitar played the melody."
Weak
drum
• noun (Context 2)
A large, forest-dwelling antelope native to the dense jungles of Central and West Africa, characterized by a reddish-brown coat with narrow white vertical stripes and slightly spiraled horns.
Usage Example
"During the conservation tour in Kenya, the guide pointed out a rare antelope camouflaged among the thick forest undergrowth."
Strong
antelope
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