What is the meaning of the word "tabla"?

Definitions:

  1. A pair of tuned hand drums, used in various musical genres of the Indian subcontinent, that are similar to bongos. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • She accompanied the sitar with a steady rhythm on the tabla. copy to clipboard
  2. A percussive instrument consisting of two hand drums of different sizes and timbres. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • He began learning tabla as a child under a traditional guru. copy to clipboard
  3. Refers to a pair of traditional Indian hand-played drums, widely used in classical, folk, and popular music of the Indian subcontinent. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The tabla player performed an intricate solo in the middle of the raga. copy to clipboard

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