dubstep

noun

dub·​step ˈdəb-ˌstep How to pronounce dubstep (audio)
: a type of electronic dance music having prominent bass lines and syncopated drum patterns

Examples of dubstep in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Their sound incorporates pop, electronic, dubstep and indie, among other styles, and they're known for their DIY approach to writing, producing and mixing. The Indianapolis Star, 27 Mar. 2024 Its third release, Burial’s debut South London Boroughs EP, quickly helped strengthen its position as one of the most influential labels of the early dubstep scene. Arielle Lana Lejarde, Rolling Stone, 26 Mar. 2024 Here, Broner took the time to share with Forbes her shift from pursuing theater to becoming a dubstep artist, the best piece of advice master turntablist Rob Swift gave her, being married to Subtronics and more. Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 The song combines riddim elements with classic country sounds — a genre rarely seen in the dance/dubstep community. Xander Zellner, Billboard, 22 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dubstep 

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Word History

First Known Use

2001, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dubstep was in 2001

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“Dubstep.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dubstep. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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