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clave

/klɑːv/ noun · British & US
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What does clave mean?

noun

A key or a key stroke in music, especially in Latin American music. A clave is a rhythmic pattern used in music to establish the meter and the feel of the rhythm.

Example

"The drummer's use of the clave gave the song a unique and infectious rhythm."

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