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Ancient Wood And A Little Metal In Old Instrument Crossword Clue
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SHAWM which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SHAWM
Updated: May 19, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SHAWM" which means:
- noun
- • A medieval oboe
An example sentence would be:
- • "The shawm is a woodwind instrument with a conical bore and a double reed."
- • "I saw a musician playing a shawm at the medieval fair."
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| The Guardian Cryptic26 Apr 2024 | Down 21 | |
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