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noun, plural klez·mo·rim [klez-muh -reem ] /ˌklɛz məˈrim/ a Jewish folk musician traditionally performing in a small band. Also klezmer music. the type of music performed by such musicians. Show More
Origin of klezmer From Yiddish
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British Dictionary definitions for klezmer a Jewish folk musician, usually a member of a small band Also called: klezmer music the music performed by such a band Show More
Word Origin for klezmer Yiddish
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Word Origin and History for klezmer n. late 19c. (plural klezmorim ); originally, "an itinerant East European Jewish professional musician," from Hebrew kley zemer, literally "vessels of song," thus "musical instruments."
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