ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Claves

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /kleɪvz/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Claves is a noun meaning (music) A percussion instrument, consisting of two sticks or blocks, in which one is struck against the other in order to produce a sound.

Meaning

(music) A percussion instrument, consisting of two sticks or blocks, in which one is struck against the other in order to produce a sound.

More Meanings

  1. plural of clavis
  2. plural of clave
  3. third-person singular simple present indicative of clave

Word Forms

Synonyms for claves

Depending on context, synonyms include cleavers.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include clapper, clapstick, slapstick, scetavajasse, castanet, knacker.

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