snare
| In some types of drum, especially the snare drum, a string of gut, wire, or plastic, stretched over one of the heads. Snares add brilliance to a drum's tone by vibrating against the skin as the drum is struck. If that effect is not required, the snares can be temporarily slackened. |
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