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kazoo

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ka​zoo
noun (1)
ka·​zoo
kə-ˈzü
plural ka​zoos

Definition (Entry 1 of 2)

  • an instrument that imparts a buzzing quality to the human voice and that usually consists of a small metal or plastic tube with a side hole covered by a thin membrane
noun (2)
plural kazoos

Definition (Entry 2 of 2)

First Known Use
Noun (1)
1884, in the meaning defined above
Noun (2)
1968, in the meaning defined above
History and Etymology
Noun (1)
imitative
Noun (2)
origin unknown

ka​zoo
noun (1)
ka·​zoo
kə-ˈzü
plural ka​zoos

Definition (Entry 1 of 2)

  • an instrument that imparts a buzzing quality to the human voice and that usually consists of a small metal or plastic tube with a side hole covered by a thin membrane
noun (2)
plural kazoos

Definition (Entry 2 of 2)

First Known Use
Noun (1)
1884, in the meaning defined above
Noun (2)
1968, in the meaning defined above
History and Etymology
Noun (1)
imitative
Noun (2)
origin unknown