tin whistle

noun

plural tin whistles
: a small fipple flute

called also penny whistle

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This style blends metal subgenres with traditional sea shanties, accordions — accordions are rare in metal, bear in mind — tin whistles and steel drums. Sofia Goldstein, SPIN, 2 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1740, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tin whistle was circa 1740

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“Tin whistle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tin%20whistle. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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