breakbeat

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of syncopated rhythm prominent in much African music.
  2. A genre of electronic dance music based on such syncopated rhythms.

Word forms

breakbeat breakbeats

Etymology

From break + beat.

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