English Explanatory Dictionary

Motown

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. Detroit.
noun
  1. A style of popular soul music strongly associated with Motown Records.
  2. A jack and a five as a starting hand in Texas hold 'em.

Pronunciation

/ˈmoʊtaʊn/

Word forms

Motown

Etymology

Blend of motor + town; see Motor City. The poker slang comes from jacks and fives sounding similar to Jackson 5, associated with Motown popular music.

Related words

Motor City
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