Definition

To produce music or sound in a way that resembles the sound of a flute, often characterized by a high, clear tone.

Example

She loves to flute while walking in the park, creating a beautiful melody.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear Sarah flute at the concert last night?

Yeah, it was beautiful! I never knew she could play so well.

I know, right? Her ability to flute like that really impressed everyone.

Absolutely! I wish I could play an instrument like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A musical instrument that is a long, thin tube, usually made of metal or wood, that produces sound when air is blown across an opening.

Example

She played a beautiful melody on her flute during the concert.

Conversation

I just started taking lessons to play the flute.

That's awesome! I've always wanted to learn a musical instrument.

Yeah, it's really fun and the sound of the flute is so beautiful.

Definition

To play a tune on a musical instrument that produces sound by blowing air across a hole, or to create a flutelike sound.

Example

She can flute a beautiful melody during the concert.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard you can flute a few songs now!

Yeah, I've been practicing every day after school.

That's awesome! Can you play something for me?

Root Explanation

Flute → The word 'flute' originates from Old French 'flute' (meaning a type of wind instrument), which in turn comes from the Latin 'fluta' (meaning a flute or pipe). The word refers to a musical instrument that produces sound by the flow of air through it.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word 'flute' for a wind instrument — this helps you remember that a flute is a type of musical pipe.

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