dub step

A form of dubstep — A subgenre of electronic dance music descended from 2-step garage that was popular in the early 2010s, characterized by its dark mood, sparse half-step and two-step rhythms, and emphasis on sub-bass.

First used 2001
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Meanings

noundub step (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of dubstepFirst known use 2001
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