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abhinaya

Pronunciation: /əb(h)ɪˈnɑːjə/
Definition of abhinaya

noun

[mass noun]
  • (in Indian dance) expressive techniques used to convey a theme, mood, or idea.

Origin:

Sanskrit, from abhi 'towards' + ni 'carry', literally 'carry towards (an audience)'