chinese temple block

chinese temple block
noun
Usage: usually capitalized C
: a hollow slotted wooden box stuck with a drumstick or hammer adapted by jazz bands from the wooden fish used by Buddhist priests — called also clog box, tap box

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Chinese temple block noun
A percussion instrument consisting of a hollow wooden block that is struck with a hammer
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Main Entry:china

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