Oboe

/ˈoʊboʊ/ noun

A woodwind musical instrument with a double reed that produces a clear, penetrating sound, often used in orchestras and bands.

From French "hautbois" meaning "high wood" (referring to its high pitch), which came into English as "hoboy" and then "oboe." The French term itself comes from "haut" (high) and "bois" (wood).

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