slide rest

noun

Meaning

A device on a musical instrument, especially a trombone, that supports the slide when it is not in use.

Examples

The slide rest on my old trumpet is a bit loose.
Make sure to clean the slide rest regularly to prevent damage.

Synonyms: support, rest, stand, cradle

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slide rest

noun

Pronunciation: ˈslaɪd rɛst

Definition

A device on a musical instrument, especially a trombone, that supports the slide when it is not in use.

Examples

The slide rest on my old trumpet is a bit loose.
Make sure to clean the slide rest regularly to prevent damage.

How to Use slide rest

on the slide rest (prepositional phrase): indicating the location where the slide is placed for support — "The instrument was stored on the slide rest."
slide rest (collocation): the device itself — "The slide rest is made of durable plastic."

Synonyms of slide rest

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