"hamster style" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Coined by DJ Quest in reference to the group Bullet Proof Scratch Hamsters, of which he was a member. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} hamster style (uncountable)
  1. A method used by turntablists whereby the configuration of the crossfader is reversed, so that the right turntable is on the left end of the crossfader and vice versa. Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-hamster_style-en-noun-aQa1Y6CJ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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