clave

noun, verb — 3 senses

clave

noun

/ˈklɑːveɪ/

Etymology From Spanish clave, from Latin clāvis (“key”). Doublet of clavis and clef.

1

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Music A characteristic pattern of beats, especially the 3-2 son clave.

clave

verb

Etymology Clipping of autoclave.

1

Abbreviation, Ellipsis Ellipsis of autoclave.

clave

noun

Etymology Clipping of autoclave.

1

Abbreviation, Ellipsis Ellipsis of autoclave.

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