1. a musical instrument with steam whistles played by a keyboard
2. the Muse of epic poetry in Greek mythology
Usage: mythology

Examples

• The circus calliope played cheerful melodies as the parade passed by.
• Children gathered around to hear the calliope’s distinctive whistle sounds.
• The old steamboat featured a calliope that could be heard for miles.
• In Greek mythology, Calliope was the mother of Orpheus.
• The poet invoked Calliope at the beginning of his epic work.
• The calliope’s steam-powered music echoed across the fairgrounds.