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honky-tonk Definition

☆ honky-tonk (hôŋ′kē tôŋk′)

noun

  1. Slang a cheap, disreputable, noisy cabaret or nightclub
  2. Slang a bar, esp. one where country music is played

Etymology: < ?

adjective

ricky-tick; specif., designating such music played on a piano adjusted to give a tinkling sound

intransitive verb

Slang to make the rounds of honky-tonks

honky-tonk Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • piano: I was saying to someone the other day that I wish I could play honky-tonk piano.