"biguine" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} biguine (uncountable)
  1. (music) A style of music that originated in Martinique in the 19th century, combining the traditional bélé music with the polka. Wikipedia link: biguine Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Music
    Sense id: en-biguine-en-noun-Kp7eMqSv Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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