Definitions for ragaˈrɑ gə

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

ra•gaˈrɑ gə(n.)(pl.)-gas.

  1. one of the melodic formulas of Hindu music having the melodic shape, rhythm, and ornamentation prescribed by tradition.

    Category: Music and Dance

Origin of raga:

1780–90; < Skt rāga color, tone

Wiktionary

  1. raga(Noun)

    The melodic mode used in Indian classical music.

  2. raga(Noun)

    Passion, love, lust; in Buddhist mythology, a daughter of the demon Mara that personifies these qualities.

  3. Origin: Anglicised form of राग (rāga)


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