helicon en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈhɛlɪkən/ (General-American)
- /ˈhɛlɪkɒn/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈhɛlɪkən/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈhɛlɪkɑn/ (General-American)
Etymology
Probably from helic- + -on (“augmentative suffix”), from Ancient Greek ἕλῐξ (hélĭx) + -on, after bombardon.
Meanings
- A large tuba whose coils fit around the player's shoulders.
- A low-frequency electromagnetic wave observed in various plasmas.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| helicons | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (7)
it elicone (large tuba) · bg бас-туба (large tuba) · es bombardón (large tuba) · fr hélicon (large tuba) · es helicón (large tuba) · ca helicó (large tuba) · ru гелико́н (large tuba)