helicon meaning

UK US /ˈhɛlɪkɑn/ 3 syllables

helicon (noun): a tuba that coils over the shoulder of the musician.

Definition of helicon

  1. a tuba that coils over the shoulder of the musician

    Synonyms: bombardon

    Type of: bass horn

How to pronounce helicon

helicon is pronounced /ˈhɛlɪkɑn/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 12 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with HE · words ending in ON · 7-letter words

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