clave: Meaning and Definition of

clave

Pronunciation: (klāv), [key]
— v. Archaic.
  1. pt. of

cla•ve

Pronunciation: (klä'vā), [key]
— n.
  1. 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.
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