What is another word for mouthpieces?

Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ʊθpiːsɪz] (IPA)

Mouthpieces refer to an essential component found in various musical instruments such as brass and woodwind instruments. These parts are vital in producing sound and therefore, should be of excellent quality. Synonyms for the word "mouthpieces" include reeds, mouth caps, and tone capsules. In specific musical instruments such as trumpets, the term "embouchure" is also used. Other terms such as "mouthguards" and "protective shields" are used when referring to mouthpieces used in contact sports. Regardless of the name, a durable and high-quality mouthpiece is necessary for superior sound production and overall musical performance.

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Usage examples for Mouthpieces

Collier and Berkeley were mouthpieces for the expression of an effort at resistance against the growing Spinozistic school.
"Theological Essays"
Charles Bradlaugh
We are but the feeble mouthpieces of a benevolent scheme of all-embracing justice and greatly do I fear that we must again submit.
"Kai Lung's Golden Hours"
Ernest Bramah Commentator: Hilaire Belloc
Speaking thus, amid the rank and file of the Ministerial supporters, any opinion at variance with the mouthpieces of the Treasury Bench would be sure to produce a more effective sensation than if delivered from the ranks of the mutinous Bashi Bazouks divided by the gangway from better disciplined forces.
"Kenelm Chillingly, Book 8."
Edward Bulwer-Lytton

Famous quotes with Mouthpieces

  • We can create the appearance of knowledge, the illusion of knowing how to grapple with a problem. Far too many educational systems have done exactly that. The result is generations of mouthpieces who can pour forth approved responses to programmed stimuli that contribute nothing to rational discussion. Dogma is for those who only wish to be comfortable. Catechisms are for cowards; commandments, for control freaks who have so little respect for their species that they are driven to appeal to a higher power to keep everyone in line.
    Jack McDevitt

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