claves

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Definitions of claves word

noun claves one of a pair of wooden sticks or blocks that are held one in each hand and are struck together to accompany music and dancing. 1
noun claves (musical instruments) Plural form of clave Claves are a percussion instrument, consisting of two sticks or blocks, in which one is struck against the other in order to produce a sound. 1
noun claves (music) A percussion instrument, consisting of two sticks or blocks, in which one is struck against the other in order to produce a sound. 0

before 1925

One of the 11% newest English words

1925-30; American Spanish, Spanish: keystone < Latin clāvis key

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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