abhinaya

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Use of the face and hands, in an expressive manner, similar to the kathakali dance of India.

Pronunciation

/əˈbɪn.ə.jə/

Word forms

abhinaya abhinayas

Etymology

Transliteration of Sanskrit अभिनय (abhinaya, “acting, dramatic action”).

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