stompbox

English

Alternative forms

  • stomp box

Etymology

From stomp +‎ box.

Noun

stompbox (plural stompboxes)

  1. A simple percussion instrument consisting of a small wooden box placed under the foot, which is tapped or stamped on rhythmically to produce a sound similar to that of a bass drum.
  2. (music) A guitar effect unit which can be controlled with the foot

Synonyms

  • (guitar effect unit): effects pedal, pedal

Translations

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