"washtub bass" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: washtub basses [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} washtub bass (plural washtub basses)
  1. (music) A stringed instrument (chordophone), used in American folk music, that uses a metal washtub as resonator. Wikipedia link: washtub bass Categories (topical): Musical instruments Synonyms: gutbucket Derived forms: washtub bassist Related terms: tea chest bass Translations (musical instrument): contrebassine [feminine] (French)
    Sense id: en-washtub_bass-en-noun-igP6OO7Y Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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