straight-ahead jazz

noun

A puristic form of jazz, as opposed to newer forms like free jazz and fusion, featuring swing rhythms and small ensembles.

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Meanings

nounstraight-ahead jazz (uncountable)
  1. uncountableA puristic form of jazz, as opposed to newer forms like free jazz and fusion, featuring swing rhythms and small ensembles.
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