Drumstick

usgb/ˈdrʌmstɪk/
noun

A stick used for playing drums.

The drummer dropped his drumstick in the middle of the performance.
Visual representation of "drumstick" - A stick used for playing drums.

Often appears as...

  • pair of drumsticks
  • new drumstick
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Music Context

Used mainly in music-related conversations, not to be confused with food.

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He quickly grabbed another drumstick to continue the drum solo.
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Material Matters

Drumsticks can be made of different woods or materials, each affecting sound.

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Maple drumsticks are lighter, which changes the playing experience.
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Slang Usage

Sometimes used informally to refer to someone's legs, often humorously.

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After the marathon, my drumsticks were exhausted.
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