If attr is NULL, then the thread is created with default attributes. Before returning, a successful call to pthread_create() stores the ID of the new thread in the buffer pointed to by thread; this identifier is used to refer to the thread in subsequent calls to other pthreads functions.
Full Definition of TIMPANI. : a set of two or more kettledrums played by one performer in an orchestra or band.ull Definition of TIMPANI. : a set of two or more kettledrums played by one performer in an orchestra or band.
Definition of PERCUSSION INSTRUMENT. : a musical instrument (as a drum, xylophone, or maraca) sounded by striking, shaking, or scraping.See percussion instrument defined for kids. ADVERTISEMENT.efinition of PERCUSSION INSTRUMENT. : a musical instrument (as a drum, xylophone, or maraca) sounded by striking, shaking, or scraping. See percussion instrument defined for kids.