polyrhythm

Meaning

Noun

  • Music with multiple rhythmic elements played simultaneously.
  • A rhythm performed as part of a piece of music with multiple rhythmic elements played simultaneously.
  • Music containing two or more conflicting pulses.

Origin

Modern English dictionary

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