1. a wind instrument with a curved metal body, single reed mouthpiece, and keys, commonly used in jazz and classical music

Examples

• She played a beautiful melody on her saxophone.
• The jazz band featured a tenor saxophone solo.
• He’s been learning the saxophone for three years.
• The saxophone section stood up during their part.
• Her alto saxophone gleamed under the stage lights.
• The street musician’s saxophone drew a large crowd.
• They need a new saxophone player for the school band.