Meaning of war drum | Babel Free
Definitions
A drum that is beaten to rally and encourage troops or to signify that war is approaching.
Examples
“"What is it, then?" I asked. "Drums," said Lord John, carelessly; "war drums. I have⟳ heard them before." "Yes, sir, war drums," said Gomez, the half-breed.”
“Lay⟳ your head down child I won't let⟳ the boogeyman come⟳ Counting bodies like⟳ sheep To the rhythm of the war drums Pay⟳ no mind⟳ to the rabble Pay⟳ no mind⟳ to the rabble Head down, go to sleep⟳ To the rhythm of the war drums”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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