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Definitions for Raga

[1] one of the melodic formulas of Hindu music having the melodic shape, rhythm, and ornamentation prescribed by tradition.
[2] any of several conventional patterns of melody and rhythm that form the basis for freely interpreted compositions. Each pattern is associated with different aspects of religious devotion
[3] a composition based on one of these patterns

Words nearby Raga

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Origin of Raga

First recorded in 1780–90, raga is from the Sanskrit word rāga color, tone

Word origin for Raga

C18: from Sanskrit rāga tone, colour