"worldbeat" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: world + beat Etymology templates: {{compound|en|world|beat}} world + beat Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} worldbeat (uncountable)
  1. (music) A music genre that blends Western pop music with traditional folk music or world music. Wikipedia link: worldbeat Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Music, Musical genres Synonyms: world beat

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