big band
noun
Definition of big band
: a band that is larger than a combo and that usually features a mixture of ensemble playing and solo improvisation typical of jazz or swing
From the M-W Editors
1917
First Known Use of big band
1917
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big band
noun
Definition of big band for English Language Learners
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: a large musical group that usually plays jazz music that people dance to
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