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agoge.

In ancient Greek music, tempo or pace; rhythmical movement.

5 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/əˈɡoʊ.d͡ʒi/General-American/əˈɡəʊ.d͡ʒi/Received-Pronunciation
  1. In ancient Greek music, tempo or pace; rhythmical movement.

    countable · uncountable
  2. Melodic motion upward or downward by successive scale-steps: same as ductus in medieval music.

    countable · uncountable
  3. A rigorous training regimen for Spartan men in preparation for army service.

    countable · historical · uncountable
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Ancient Greek ἀγωγή (agōgḗ).

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