Meaning of tom-tom in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈtɑm ˌtɑm/

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1. Noun

   tom-tom

   Etymology

   late 17th century: from Hindi ṭam ṭam, Telugu ṭamaṭama, of imitative origin

   Definitions

   1. any of various drums with small heads