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jazz-rock

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\ ˈjaz-ˈräk How to pronounce jazz-rock (audio) \

Definition of jazz-rock

: a blend of jazz and rock music

First Known Use of jazz-rock

1968, in the meaning defined above

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“Jazz-rock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jazz-rock. Accessed 26 Feb. 2021.

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