barrelhouse

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Noun barrelhouse has 1 sense

barrelhouse, honky-tonk - a cheap drinking and dancing establishment
--₁ is a kind of barroom, bar, saloon, ginmill, taproom

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Barrelhouse

Definition:

Barrelhouse refers to a lively style of piano playing, often associated with blues or boogie-woogie, characterized by fast and heavy-handed playing.

Examples:

Noun:

The pianist showcased his incredible talent with some impressive barrelhouse playing.
His fingers danced across the keys in a whirlwind of barrelhouse rhythms.

Adjective:

The small, dimly lit club was known for its barrelhouse atmosphere and energetic performances.
We enjoyed a night of barrelhouse music, dancing and laughing with friends.