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Sistrum
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What's The Definition Of Sistrum?Synonyms | Synonyms for Sistrum: Related Terms | Find terms related to Sistrum: See Also | Sistrum In Webster's Dictionary \Sis"trum\, [L., fr. Gr. ???, from ??? to shake.] (Mus.)
An instrument consisting of a thin metal frame, through which
passed a number of metal rods, and furnished with a handle by
which it was shaken and made to rattle. It was peculiarly
Egyptian, and used especially in the worship of Isis. It is
still used in Nubia.
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