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Rim Shot

Definition:

A rim shot refers to a rhythmic percussion technique where a drummer strikes the rim of the snare drum simultaneously with the stick hitting the drumhead. It produces a distinctive sharp and resonant sound.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: The percussion technique of striking the rim of a snare drum.
  • Verb: To perform a rim shot on the snare drum.

Senses and Usages:

  1. Sense: Music
  2. Noun: In music, a rim shot is a percussive technique commonly used in jazz, rock, and pop genres to emphasize accents or create a sharp rhythmic effect.

    Example Sentence:

    "The drummer added a perfectly timed rim shot to accentuate the climax of the song."

  3. Sense: Comedy
  4. Noun: In comedy, a rim shot is a drumbeat played after a punchline or a humorous remark to emphasize the joke.

    Example Sentence:

    "The comedian delivered a hilarious one-liner, followed by a rim shot that had the audience roaring with laughter."

  5. Sense: Sports
  6. Noun: In sports, a rim shot refers to a basketball shot where the ball hits the rim of the hoop but does not go in.

    Example Sentence:

    "He attempted a three-point shot, but unfortunately, it was a rim shot, and the ball bounced out."

  7. Sense: Local
  8. Noun: In local language or slang, a rim shot can also refer to a shot of alcohol, usually taken without using a glass or a shot glass.

    Example Sentence:

    "We celebrated the victory with a round of rim shots at the bar."

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