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jazz Definition and Meaning in English (jazz definition)

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Jazz definition: Jazz is a genre of music that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, United States, characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and a strong rhythmic pulse.

Definitions of Jazz

  1. 1noun

    Jazz is a genre of music that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, United States, characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and a strong rhythmic pulse.

  2. 2verb

    To make something more lively, interesting, or exciting, often by adding something new or different.

Example Sentences

casual

“She loves listening to jazz music on a quiet evening.”

business

“Let's jazz up the presentation with some colorful slides.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past participlejazzed
present participlejazzing
adjectivejazzy

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

jazz upphrasal_verb

To make something more exciting, lively, or attractive.

all that jazzidiom

And similar things; and so on.

Frequently Asked Questions: Jazz in English

What is the meaning of Jazz in English?▼
Jazz definition: Jazz is a genre of music that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, United States, characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and a strong rhythmic pulse.
How do you translate 'Jazz' to English?▼
'Jazz' translates to 'jazz' in English. Jazz definition: Jazz is a genre of music that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, United States, characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and a strong rhythmic pulse.
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