jazz
Pronunciation
/dʒæz/

Definition & Meaning of "jazz"in English

Jazz
01

a music genre that emphasizes improvisation, complex rhythms, and extended chords, originated in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

jazz definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Uncountable

What is "jazz"?

Jazz is a music genre that originated in the early 20th century in the United States, known for its improvisation, offbeat rhythms, and strong emphasis on individual expression. It blends elements of African, European, and American music traditions, creating a unique and diverse sound. Jazz features instruments like the saxophone, trumpet, piano, double bass, and drums, often with musicians playing spontaneous, unrehearsed solos. The genre has many substyles, including swing, bebop, and cool jazz, each with its own distinct style. Jazz is celebrated for its creativity, complexity, and the way it allows musicians to explore and innovate within the music.

Examples
He 's learning to play jazz on the piano, focusing on improvisation techniques.
02

a style of dance music popular in the 1920s; similar to New Orleans jazz but played by large bands

03

empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk

to jazz
01

play something in the style of jazz

to jazz definition and meaning
02

have sexual intercourse with

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
jazz
3rd person singular
jazzes
Present participle
jazzing
Past simple
jazzed
Past participle
jazzed
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