jazz
UK/dʒæz/US
GREB1
Definitions
n.
A genre of music originating in African American culture, characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and swing
爵士乐；喧闹，活力
v.
To play jazz music; to make something more lively or exciting (usually jazz up)
演奏爵士乐；使活跃，使有趣
Root Breakdown
jazzother
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Example Sentences
- 1.
The jazz band improvised brilliantly throughout the entire evening.
- 2.
She wanted to jazz up her outfit with some colorful accessories.
- 3.
Jazz music emerged from New Orleans and became a global phenomenon.