Drumheads

/ˈdrʌmhɛdz/ noun

Definition

Plural of drumhead; the membranes on multiple drums, or multiple field court-martials.

Etymology

Plural of drumhead, using standard -s ending. The term reflects both percussion terminology and military historical practice.

Kelly Says

Different drumheads produce different tones—timpani players spend fortunes finding the perfect membrane, while in history, those same drums judged soldiers' fates!

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