"wrock" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

IPA: /ɹɑk/ [General-American]
Etymology: Blend of wizard + rock Etymology templates: {{blend|en|wizard|rock}} Blend of wizard + rock Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} wrock (uncountable)
  1. (fandom slang) A genre of music produced by fans of the Harry Potter series, characterized by costumed performances and humorous lyrics about characters, settings, and plot elements from the series. Wikipedia link: Harry and the Potters Tags: slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Fandom, Harry Potter, Musical genres Synonyms: wizard rock Related terms: filk
    Sense id: en-wrock-en-noun-ndPknMhm Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: lifestyle
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