Plural of bassoon; multiple large double-reed woodwind instruments that produce low-pitched tones.
The plural form of 'bassoon,' formed by adding the standard English plural suffix -s to the singular noun.
The bassoon's reed is made of cane and is incredibly sensitive—bassoonists spend years learning to adjust their reeds to play in tune, which is why professional reeds can cost $50-100 each.
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