Meaning of the word "folk music" in English
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folk music
US /ˈfoʊk ˌmjuː.zɪk/
UK /ˈfoʊk ˌmjuː.zɪk/

Noun
1.
music that originates in traditional popular culture or that is written in such a style. Folk music is typically of unknown authorship and is transmitted orally from generation to generation.
Example:
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She grew up listening to traditional folk music.
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The festival features various genres, including rock, pop, and folk music.
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