piccolo

adjective

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pic·co·lo | \ ˈpi-kə-ˌlō

Definition of piccolo

(Entry 1 of 2)

: smaller than ordinary size a piccolo banjo

piccolo

noun

plural piccolos

Definition of piccolo (Entry 2 of 2)

: a small shrill flute whose range is an octave higher than that of an ordinary flute

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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun These students may not have access to piccolo lessons, excursions to the Galapagos Islands, or advanced placement courses that can boost a student’s chance of admission. — The Editorial Board, WSJ, 30 Mar. 2022 Making an inaugural appearance at this year’s Spirit Awards, Arrvo served up a menu featuring macchiatos, lattes, flat whites, cappuccinos, matcha lattes, dirty chai lattes, piccolo lattes, hot chocolate and more. — Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Mar. 2022 Political boondogglers pampering expensive projects that might eventually produce a lot of good piccolo players, but certainly won’t put any airplanes in MacArthur’s offensive. — BostonGlobe.com, 3 Mar. 2022 His good friend Martayvia, who plays piccolo, has become a sister figure to him, despite some initial tension. — Candace Mcduffie, The Christian Science Monitor, 24 Jan. 2022 Alyssa Alexander, who graduated from Ocoee in 2014, played the flute, piccolo, and piano during her time in the band. — Nathaniel Marrero, orlandosentinel.com, 28 Oct. 2021 It’s the violette that provides top notes, a piccolo fluttering around the palate, a flavor that’s at once delicate and powerful. — Jason O'bryan, Robb Report, 18 Nov. 2021 Even a piccolo, the smallest instrument in an orchestra, won’t fit in your pocket. — Bruce Weinstein, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2021 Ferrari promises glorious sounds from the new V-6, disclosing that the 3.0-liter was nicknamed as the piccolo V-12, or little V-12, during the development phase thanks to the sonorous notes. — Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 24 June 2021 See More

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