English Explanatory Dictionary

bélé

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A genre of music and group dance from the Creole cultures of Dominica and other Caribbean islands, in modern times mostly performed to celebrate holidays and special occasions.
  2. A type of folk drum found on Dominica, Martinique and Saint Lucia.

Word forms

bélé

Etymology

Possibly from French belle aire, though African origins have been suggested.

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