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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun A style of rock music characterized by a harsh, amplified sound and loud, distorted electric guitars.

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  • noun Rock music marked by a heavy regular beat, high amplification, and usually frenzied performances

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