"imbal" meaning in English

See imbal in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Etymology: Javanese [Term?] (literally “repeat”) Etymology templates: {{bor|en|jv|lit=repeat}} Javanese [Term?] (literally “repeat”) Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} imbal (uncountable)
  1. (music) The gamelan technique of rapid alternation of a melodic line between instruments. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Music Synonyms: imbalan Related terms: hocket, kotekan
    Sense id: en-imbal-en-noun-xkoz4wpI Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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