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Skiffle

Description:

Skiffle is a genre of music that originated in the United States, particularly in the early 20th century. It combines elements of folk, jazz, blues, and country and is usually played on homemade or improvised instruments. Skiffle became particularly popular in the United Kingdom in the 1950s and played a significant role in the development of British rock and roll.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A style of music.
2. A band playing skiffle music.
3. A type of small, flat-bottomed boat used for fishing or recreation.

Verb:

1. To perform or play skiffle music.

Examples:

Noun:

1. Skiffle emerged as a popular music genre in the 1950s.

2. The skiffle band entertained the crowd with their lively performance.

3. They played a mix of skiffle, folk, and blues.

Verb:

1. The musicians gathered on the street corner to skiffle for the passersby.

2. The young guitarist loved to skiffle along with his favorite records.

3. They skiffled all night, much to the delight of the audience.

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