Meaning Of The Word Sistrum

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sistrum in American English
a metal rattle or noisemaker consisting of a handle and a frame fitted with loosely held rods, jingled by the ancient Egyptians in the worship of Isis
noun: an ancient Egyptian percussion instrument consisting of a looped metal frame set in a handle and fitted with loose crossbars that rattle when shaken

sistrum in British English
noun: a musical instrument of ancient Egypt consisting of a metal rattle

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