wood block

• Bloc de bois rectangulaire utilisé comme instrument de percussion, frappé avec une baguette ou un maillet pour produire un son sec et résonnant.

A small rectangular block of wood, often used as a percussion instrument in music, struck with a drumstick or mallet to produce a hollow, resonant sound.

1. A piece of woodA2formal

   A solid rectangular or square piece of wood, often used for building, carving, or printing.

   bloc de bois

   • The carpenter cut a wood block for the shelf.
   • Children played with colorful wood blocks.
   • The artist used a wood block for the printmaking project.

2. Percussion instrumentB1formal

   A small, rectangular block of wood that is struck with a mallet to produce a sharp, resonant sound.

   bloc de bois

   • The drummer played a rhythm on the wood block.
   • The wood block adds a distinctive sound to the orchestra.
   • He practiced hitting the wood block with precision.