polyrhythm

English

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

Etymology

Prefix from English rhythm.

Origin

English

rhythm

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