KLEZMER


Meaning of KLEZMER in English

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

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