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polyrhythm

/ˌpɒliˈrɪðm/ noun · British & US
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What does polyrhythm mean?

noun

A musical concept in which two or more conflicting rhythms are simultaneously played or felt, often used in jazz and other forms of music.

Example

"The drummer's use of polyrhythm added a layer of complexity to the song's rhythm section."

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