"basswork" meaning in All languages combined

See basswork on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: bass + work Etymology templates: {{compound|en|bass|work}} bass + work Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} basswork (uncountable)
  1. (music) The playing of the bass Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Music
    Sense id: en-basswork-en-noun-yMfFpZm1 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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