maraca

/məˈɹæ.kə/

MƏɹÆ · kə (2 syllables)

English Noun

Definition

A Latin American percussion instrument consisting of a hollow-gourd rattle containing pebbles or beans and often played in pairs, as a rhythm instrument.

Etymology

From Brazilian Portuguese maraca, derived from Old Tupi maraká or Paraguayan Guarani mbaraka (“rattle”).

Example Sentences

"Helly, please approach the MDE cart. You may choose one genre and one accessory… the maraca. Excellent choice."