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rebop

[/ˈriːbɒp/]
nounpl: rebops
rebop
1. A style of jazz music that emerged in the 1940s, characterized by fast tempos, complex harmonies, and improvisation; also refers to the associated cultural movement and lifestyle
The musicians played a fast-paced rebop tune that kept the audience dancing all night.
Os músicos tocaram uma música de rebop em ritmo acelerado que manteve o público dançando a noite toda.
2. The act of moving quickly or bouncing back and forth
The ball had a good rebop when it hit the ground.
A bola teve um bom rebop quando bateu no chão.
NYC Slang
bebop, bop
Synonyms
bebopjazzjive

Regional Variations

General English
rebop
primarily used in historical jazz and music contexts
Portugal
rebop
borrowed term, rarely used; bebop is preferred
Brazil
rebop
borrowed term used in jazz circles; not common in general usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

rebop session
in the rebop style
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