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jam session

noun

: an often impromptu performance by a group especially of jazz musicians that is characterized by improvisation

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The jam session was a joyous occasion for all three. Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 19 Nov. 2025 Members of Dehd, Meat Wave, Matchess, Deeper, Ulna, Desert Liminal, and more linked up for an intuitive jam session. Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2025 The two bond over music and a late-night jam session. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025 In many regards, the evenings feel like a comfortable jam session with friends. Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for jam session

Word History

Etymology

jam entry 3

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of jam session was in 1931

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“Jam session.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jam%20session. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

jam session

noun
: an informal performance by a group of musicians (as jazz musicians) who often invite visitors to join in

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