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hip-hop
or hip hop
[ hip-hop ]
/ ˈhɪpˌhɒp /
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noun
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.
adjective
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.
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British Dictionary definitions for hip-hop
hip-hop
/ (ˈhɪpˌhɒp) /
noun
a US pop culture movement originating in the 1980s comprising rap music, graffiti, and break dancing
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Cultural definitions for hip-hop
notes for hip-hop
The term hip-hop also refers to the speech, fashions, and personal style adopted by many youths, particularly in urban areas.
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