clarinet
UK: ˌklærɪˈnet | US: ˌklærɪˈnɛt
n. a woodwind instrument with a single-reed mouthpiece and a cylindrical tube, played by blowing air through the reed.
The word clarinet traces back to 18th-century French clarinette, a diminutive of clarine (a type of small trumpet). The Latin root clarus (clear) reflects the instrument's tonal quality. Over time, the suffix -ette was added to denote its smaller size compared to earlier wind instruments. The spelling evolved to clarinet in English, preserving the original morphemes.
She practiced the clarinet for hours to perfect her solo.
The jazz band featured a lively clarinet melody.
Mozart composed several pieces for the clarinet.
He adjusted the reed on his clarinet before the concert.
The sound of the clarinet filled the auditorium with warmth.