SINCE 1828
K-pop
noun
\ ˈkā-ˌpäp
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Definition of K-pop
: popular music originating in South Korea and encompassing a variety of styles
The opening ceremony, which took place Friday in Pyeongchang, South Korea, featured several songs from notable K-pop artists as teams circled the stadium.— Kimberly Yam
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