trumpet meaning and definition

TRUMPET noun

Definition of trumpet (noun)

1. a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves
   • synonyms: cornet, horn, trump

TRUMPET verb

Definition of trumpet (verb)

1. proclaim on, or as if on, a trumpet
   • "Liberals like to trumpet their opposition to the death penalty"
2. play or blow on the trumpet
3. utter in trumpet-like sounds
   • "Elephants are trumpeting"