nu-metal

A form of nu metal — A subgenre of heavy metal music with influences from grunge and hip-hop, often featuring down-tuned guitars, rapped or shouted vocals, DJ effects, and a strong rhythmic focus.

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Meanings

nounnu-metal (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative spelling of nu metal.
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