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CORNET-A-PISTON

\kˈɔːnɪtɐpˈɪstən], \kˈɔːnɪtɐpˈɪstən], \k_ˈɔː_n_ɪ_t_ɐ_p_ˈɪ_s_t_ə_n]\

Definitions of CORNET-A-PISTON

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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A soft-toned musical instr. furnished with valves and pistons.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. [French] A brass wind instrument, like the trumpet, furnished with valves moved by small pistons or sliding rods.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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