noun
vibe
A vibraphone or its ringing sound.
The vibe adds a clear ringing tone to the arrangement.
Etymology
Vibe is shortened from vibraphone, an instrument named for its vibrating or pulsating sound. The short form often appears as vibes.
More examples
- She played the vibes in the jazz group.
- The recording featured a soft vibe sound.
- A set of vibes stood beside the piano.
Forms
vibe · vibes
Similar words
- vibraphone
- The instrument's full name.