Squeezebox
(noun)
A colloquial term for an accordion, a musical instrument that is played by squeezing and releasing bellows to push air through reeds, which vibrate to produce sound.
Origin:
A squeezebox is a colloquial term for an accordion, a musical instrument that is played by squeezing and releasing bellows to push air through reeds, which vibrate to produce sound. the term squeezebox is derived from the act of playing the accordion by squeezing and releasing the bellows. .
Examples:
- My grandfather used to play the squeezebox at family gatherings.
- I've always wanted to learn how to play the squeezebox.
- The squeezebox is a versatile instrument that can be used to play a wide range of music styles.
- The accordion is also known as a squeezebox.
- The accordionist was playing a beautiful melody on the squeezebox.