percussion
nounfeminine/pɨɾkuˈsɐ̃w̃/medium
per·cus·são
Definition
The act or effect of striking; the group of musical instruments that are played by hitting, shaking, or scraping.
The percussion section of the orchestra is essential for the rhythm of the piece.
He studied percussion at the conservatory for five years.
Common collocations
percussion instrumentpercussion sectionpercussion music
Etymology
Do latim 'percussio, percussionis' (ato de bater).