bebop

[ bee-bop ]

noun

, Jazz.

1. bop ¹.

bebop

/ ˈbiːbɒp /

noun

1. the full name for bop 1

Derived Forms

• ˈbebopper, noun

Other Words From

• bebopper noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of bebop¹

An Americanism dating back to 1940–45; probably from the nonsense syllables typical of scat singing

Word History and Origins

Origin of bebop¹

C20: imitative of the rhythm of the music

Example Sentences

Hip-hop reminded him of the bebop jazz of his youth.

From BBC

Called upon to play New Orleans music, swing, bebop, avant-garde, fusion, modal jazz, jazz rock, acid-jazz and more, he responded with extraordinary skill and imagination.

From Los Angeles Times

Although he was in his 50s, he embraced rap music because he saw similarities with the energy of bebop jazz, and because may of its stars had risen out of hardship on the streets.

From BBC

Heath, who was known as Tootie, was primarily a bebop and hard bop drummer but was adept in a range of styles.

From Seattle Times

Mr. Heath, who was known as Tootie, was primarily a bebop and hard bop drummer but was adept in a range of styles.

From New York Times

Related Words

• melody
• opera
• piece
• rap
• rock
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