Klezmer definition
A traditionally itinerant Jewish folk musician of eastern Europe performing in a small band, as at weddings.
noun
The Jewish folk music played by small, traditionally itinerant bands.
noun
Klezmer music.
noun
(historical) An itinerant musician who performed at Jewish weddings and holiday celebrations in E Europe.
noun
A musician who performs klezmer music.
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Designating or of a kind of E European Jewish folk music, typically performed by a small band consisting of a violin, clarinet, mandolin, accordion, etc. and accompanying Yiddish vocals.
adjective
(countable) A Jewish folk musician.
noun
(uncountable) A type of popular Jewish folk music especially associated with Ashkenazi cultures.
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
klezmer
Plural:
klezmers, klezmorimOrigin of klezmer
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From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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From Wiktionary