noun🔗ShareHautboisA soprano and melody wind instrument in the modern orchestra and wind ensemble. It is a smaller instrument and generally made of grenadilla wood. It is a member of the double reed family."The school band practiced their oboes diligently, preparing for the upcoming concert. "L'harmonie de l'école a pratiqué diligemment ses hautbois, se préparant pour le concert à venir.musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading