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| 2 | 28% | 10 | Large brass instruments often used in brass bands | |
| 3 | 28% | 8 | High-ranking officer of the cavalry | |
Old Cavalry Officer Requiring Some Brass Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
CORNET which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CORNET
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "CORNET" which means:
- noun
- • A brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves
An example sentence would be:
- • "He played the cornet in the school band."
- • "The brass section included two trumpets and a cornet."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic05 Nov 2010 | Across 17 | |
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