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shock jock

noun

Definition of shock jock

  1. :  a radio personality noted for provocative or inflammatory commentary

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1986

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1986

SHOCK JOCK Defined for English Language Learners

shock jock

noun

Definition of shock jock for English Language Learners

  • : a person who talks on the radio and says things that are offensive to many people : a radio disc jockey who says shocking things

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