Illustrated Bassoon scene — AI-generated artwork behind this musical instrument's word search puzzle
Play a Bassoon word search free online. We built the 12-word list around its parts, its materials, and how it is played, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: BASSOON, BOCAL, REED, WINGJOINT, BUTTJOINT, BELL, TONEHOLES, KEYS, SPRING, MAPLE, GRENADILLA, PLASTIC.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Bassoon word list, defined
BASSOON/bæˈsuːn/ · noun
A large, double-reed woodwind musical instrument, typically used in orchestras and chamber music ensembles. Related: contrabassoon, double reed, woodwind.
REED/riːd/ · noun, verb
A type of tall, grass-like plant that grows in wet places, or a material made from it. To cut or trim something, especially hair, with scissors or a similar tool. Related: grass, cane, sedge, rush.
BELL/bɛl/ · noun, verb
A hollow metal object that produces a ringing sound when struck, typically by a clapper. To produce a ringing sound, typically by striking a bell. Related: gong, chime, knell, clang.
KEYS/kiːz/ · noun, verb
A key is a small object used to operate a lock. To key something means to make it suitable for a particular purpose. Related: key, access, unlock, open.
SPRING/sprɪŋ/ · noun, verb
A season of the year between winter and summer, typically characterized by mild weather and the blooming of flowers. To move or cause to move upward or outward, as by a sudden release of energy. Related: summer, autumn, season, period.
MAPLE/ˈmeɪpl/ · noun, verb
A deciduous tree with palmate leaves and small yellow flowers, valued for its wood and sap, which is used to make syrup. To make something smooth and even, like a surface. Related: sugar maple, red maple, silver maple, boxelder.
GRENADILLA/ˌɡrɛnəˈdɪlə/ · noun
A type of sweet, juicy fruit, also known as passionflower or maracuyá, with a purple exterior and a tropical flavor. Related: passionflower, maracuyá, passion fruit, sweet calabash.
PLASTIC/plæstɪk/ · noun, verb
A synthetic or semi-synthetic organic-inorganic polymer that is moldable and can be shaped into various forms. To make or become something artificial or fake. Related: artificial, synthetic, man-made, fake.