skirl

Example Sentences

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Boats sounded their horns across Bristol harbour, while in Oban the high school pipe band added their skirl to the vote of thanks.

From The Guardian

Speaking after the event, Sir Billy said: "The crowds were brilliant and hearing the skirl of the pipes echoing along Sixth Avenue made me dance a wee jig in my heart. What a day."

From BBC

For long periods Old Trafford seemed to be staging a pub game on a windy day, the ball skirling inexorably towards the United goal, every clearance boomeranging back in the sleet.

From The Guardian

Several Celtic bands are scheduled to perform throughout the day but the musical highlight may be the skirling of 23 massed pipe bands for opening ceremonies.

From Washington Times

It is often referred to as a skirl.

From Washington Times