flute
Abbr. fl.
1.
2. a. Architecture. A long, usually rounded groove incised as a decorative motif on the shaft of a column, for example. b. A similar groove or furrow, as in a pleated ruffle of cloth or on a piece of furniture.
3. A tall, narrow wineglass, often used for champagne.
verb
fluted
2. To produce in a flutelike tone.
3. To make flutes in (a column, for example).
2. To sing, whistle, or speak with a flutelike tone.
[Middle English floute, from Old French flaute and from Middle Dutch flute
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