Meaning
An early form of modern jazz played by small groups and featuring driving rhythms and complex, often dissonant harmonies.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
Alteration of earlier rebop, nonsense syllables used in scat singing in the 1940s. Compare doo be doo be doo, doo-wop, etc.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 11 recorded puzzles: