claves

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/ˈklɑveɪz/ English

Definitions

noun

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

Related words

Synonyms

cleavers clapper clapstick woodblock percussion instrument slapstick scetavajasse castanet knacker clam club stompbox cluestick stick sticking snapper rhythm stick

Associated

guiro maracas clave castanets cowbell bongos rumba chimes tambourine mambo snare muted

Rhymes

caves slaves craves graves knaves airwaves microwaves saves braves enclaves

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