First Known Use: 1928
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noun \ˈklä-(ˌ)vā, ˈklāv\
Definition of CLAVE
: one of a pair of cylindrical hardwood sticks that are used as a percussion instrument
Origin of CLAVE
American Spanish, from Spanish, keystone, clef, from Latin clavis
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