honky-tonk
noun
hon·​ky-tonk
| \ ˈhäŋ-kē-ˌtäŋk
, ˈhȯŋ-kē-ˌtȯŋk\
, ˈhȯŋ-kē-ˌtȯŋk\
Definition of honky-tonk
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a usually tawdry nightclub or dance hall
especially
: one that features country music
2
: a district marked by places of cheap entertainment
3
: country music that has a heavy beat and lyrics dealing usually with vice or misfortune
honky-tonk
adjectiveDefinition of honky-tonk (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: of, used in, or being a form of ragtime piano playing performed typically on an upright piano
2
: marked by or characteristic of honky-tonks
Other Words from honky-tonk
Noun
honky-tonker
\ ˈhäŋ-​kē-​ˌtäŋ-​kər
, ˈhȯŋ-​kē-​ˌtȯŋ-​ \
noun
, ˈhȯŋ-​kē-​ˌtȯŋ-​ \
noun
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honky-tonk
noun
English Language Learners Definition of honky-tonk
: a type of lively music usually performed on a piano
US
: a type of country music with a heavy beat
US
: a cheap nightclub or dance hall that often features country music
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