1. small bagpipes of French origin, typically having a soft, sweet tone
Usage: musical instrument
2. small bags or pouches, especially those carried by soldiers or hikers
Usage: military; outdoor gear

Examples

• The folk musicians played traditional melodies on their musettes.
• French shepherds historically used musettes while tending their flocks.
• The soldiers packed their rations in canvas musettes.
• Hikers often carry water bottles in small musettes attached to their belts.
• The museum displayed antique musettes from the 18th century.
• She learned to play simple tunes on her grandfather’s musette.