"drill and bass" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From drill (“tool for boring”) (typically producing a loud, harsh noise) and drum and bass. Etymology templates: {{m|en|drill||tool for boring}} drill (“tool for boring”), {{m|en|drum and bass}} drum and bass Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} drill and bass (uncountable)
  1. A style of electronic music with fast, loud percussion and harsh noises. Wikipedia link: drill 'n' bass Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Musical genres Synonyms: fungle, spunk jazz, drill 'n' bass [common]

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