Word Meaning

Meaning of kettledrum

- A drum made of thin copper in the form of a hemispherical kettle, with parchment stretched over the mouth of it.
- An informal social party at which a light collation is offered, held in the afternoon or early evening. Cf. Drum, n., 4 and 5.

Crossword clue for kettledrum

- Beat on boiler like timpani
- Musical instrument
- Percussion instrument