hi-hat HIE-hat Your browser does not support the audio element. [ English ] Definition A pair of cymbals mounted horizontally which are operated by a foot pedal and by being struck with a stick. The hi hat is an essential part of a drum kit. See Also [English] cymbal [English] crash cymbals [English] suspended cymbal [English] ride cymbal [English] sizzle cymbal [English] splash cymbal Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-06-01 16:20:13