dubstep

English

/ˈdʌbstɛp/

noun
Definitions
  • A genre of electronic music descended from 2-step garage, characterised by its dark mood, sparse half-step and two-step rhythms, and emphasis on sub-bass.

Etymology

Compound from English dub (music with the bass instrumental parts emphasized, music sense) + English 2-step garage.

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English

2-step garage

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