"whirly tube" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: whirly tubes [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} whirly tube (plural whirly tubes)
  1. (music) An experimental musical instrument consisting of a corrugated plastic tube or hose, open at both ends and possibly wider at one end, played by swinging it in a circle. Wikipedia link: whirly tube Categories (topical): Musical instruments Synonyms: corrugaphone
    Sense id: en-whirly_tube-en-noun-F6gfyBvG Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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