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Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- n. A musical instrument, invented at Dresden in 1812, consisting of twenty-four trumpets and two drums, which were played by machinery.
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jmjarmstrong JM deplores the demise of bellonions as domestic entertainment devices - makes his eyes water to think of it. Jan 19, 2010
sionnach mechanical instrument combining trumpets and drums. Feb 9, 2008