noun🔗ShareA large hemispherical brass percussion instrument (one of the timpani) with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting its tension."The orchestra section erupted with a deep boom as the musician struck the kettledrum. "musicutensilsoundentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn informal social party at which a light collation is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening.""My grandmother is hosting a kettledrum next Sunday, so we need to prepare some finger sandwiches and tea." "cultureentertainmentfooddrinkgroupeventChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
