1. Plural of guiro; a percussion instrument consisting of a hollowed gourd with parallel grooves that are scraped with a stick or brush to produce a rhythmic sound.
Usage: Also spelled 'güiro' in Spanish.; Commonly used in Latin American and Caribbean music, especially salsa, merengue, and reggaeton.

Examples

• The band's rhythm section included two guiros that added texture to the salsa arrangement.
• She played the guiros with quick, precise strokes to keep the beat steady.
• The guiros produced a distinctive scratching sound that defined the merengue's groove.
• During the performance, the percussionist switched between drums and guiros.
• Traditional Caribbean music often features guiros alongside other hand percussion instruments.