AGOGE

Etymology

Noun

agoge (plural agoges)

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

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

(historical) A rigorous training regimen for Spartan men in preparation for army service.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

25 March 2025

IMMOBILIZATION

(noun) fixation (as by a plaster cast) of a body part in order to promote proper healing; “immobilization of the injured knee was necessary”


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