I. ˈklezmər noun
( plural klez·mo·rim klezˈmȯrə̇m ; or klezmer )
Etymology: Yiddish, modification of Hebrew kĕlēy zemer musical instruments
: a Jewish instrumentalist ; specifically : a member of a band of folk musicians in eastern Europe hired to play at Jewish weddings and gatherings
II. noun
: the music played by klezmorim