jazz fusion

noun

A style of jazz music that is influenced by rock music, funk, rhythm and blues and other styles.

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nounjazz fusion (uncountable)
  1. uncountableentertainmentA style of jazz music that is influenced by rock music, funk, rhythm and blues and other styles.

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nouna type of music that developed in the 1970s, combining jazz styles with rock music and using electronic instruments such as guitars and synthesizers.

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