hip-hop

or hip hop

[ hip-hop ]

noun

1. a popular culture movement originated by Black performers in New York City in the 1970s and characterized by rap music, break dancing, and graffiti art:

   The choreographer was a pioneer in introducing hip-hop to the national and international stage.

   Writing about hip-hop was really just an excuse to write about all these other aspects of Black culture.

2. rap music.

adjective

1. relating to or characteristic of this movement:

   Unlike other big-name designers, he tapped into hip-hop street styles, which made him one of the wealthiest designers of the 1990s.

hip-hop

/ ˈhɪpˌhɒp /

noun

1. a US pop culture movement originating in the 1980s comprising rap music, graffiti, and break dancing

hip-hop

1. Another name for rap music.

Notes

The term hip-hop also refers to the speech, fashions, and personal style adopted by many youths, particularly in urban areas.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hip-hop¹

First recorded in 1975–80; probably hip ⁴( def ) + hop ¹( def ) (in the sense “act of hopping”

Example Sentences

The founding member of seminal hip-hop group Public Enemy called the situation “poorly handled” and thanked fans for the support he received after his initial post.

From Los Angeles Times

A third attempt by Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ attorneys to get the hip-hop mogul released from prison on bail was denied by a judge.

From Los Angeles Times

Samantha Lawrence, one half of the UK hip-hop duo Wee Papa Girl Rappers, has died aged 55.

From BBC

Rich Peppiatt had been in Belfast, Northern Ireland, for only two weeks when he saw a sign promoting an Irish hip-hop night.

From Los Angeles Times

Sliime tells BBC Asian Network News that hearing himself on air next to some of the giants of hip-hop is a huge moment.

From BBC