What is another word for flute?
Pronunciation: [flˈuːt] (IPA) 
The word "flute" refers to a musical instrument that produces sound by blowing air across a hole in the instrument's body. Some synonyms for the word "flute" include "pipe," "recorder," "piccolo," "whistle," and "wind instrument." A pipe is also a similar instrument like a flute, with a tube of uniform bore and mouthpiece, played by means of a blown air. A recorder is also similar to a flute, but with finger holes at the top of its metal body instead of at the side. A piccolo is a small flute that plays an octave higher than a regular flute, while a whistle produces a high-pitched sound that can be used for music or signaling. Finally, a wind instrument is a broad term used for any musical instrument that produces sound through the vibration of air.
