noun
- a small tambourine, especially one used in biblical times
Usage: archaic; biblical
Examples
- Miriam took a timbrel in her hand and led the women in song.
- The ancient musicians played harps and timbrels during the celebration.
- She shook the timbrel rhythmically as the dancers moved.
- The psalm mentions praising God with timbrel and dance.
- Archaeological finds include fragments of ancient timbrels.
- The shepherd girl carried a small timbrel to accompany her songs.