kettledrum

== English == === Alternative forms === kettle drum, kettle-drum === Etymology === From kettle +‎ drum. === Pronunciation === === Noun === kettledrum (plural kettledrums) (music) A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl. Synonym: timpanum (dated) An informal social party at which a light snack is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====