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ZILL
zill
(noun) one of a pair of small metallic cymbals worn on the thumb and middle finger; used in belly dancing in rhythm with the dance
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
zill (plural zills)
One of a set of small finger cymbals used in belly dancing and similar performances.
Source: Wiktionary
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