1. A large brass wind instrument of the tuba family, typically coiled to fit around the player's body.
Usage: musical instrument; commonly used in marching bands and orchestras
2. In classical mythology, Mount Helicon, sacred to the Muses and associated with poetry and the arts.
Usage: proper noun in mythological contexts; often used figuratively to refer to poetry or artistic inspiration

Examples

• The marching band's helicon player provided a deep, resonant bass line.
• She learned to play the helicon in high school and continued with it in college.
• The composer drew inspiration from Mount Helicon, the legendary home of the Muses.
• A helicon's circular design allows musicians to carry it comfortably while marching.
• The orchestra's helicon section added warmth to the lower register of the symphony.