Meaning of the word flageolet in English
What does flageolet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
flageolet
US /ˌflædʒ.əˈlet/
UK /ˌflædʒ.əˈlet/
Noun
1.
a small woodwind instrument of the flute family, with six finger holes and a mouthpiece with a fipple
Example:
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The musician played a lively tune on the flageolet.
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She learned to play the flageolet at a young age.
2.
a variety of small, tender green bean, typically eaten whole
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We had roasted chicken with a side of fresh flageolet beans.
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The recipe called for soaking the flageolet beans overnight.