Meaning of the word "folk song" in English

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folk song

US /ˈfoʊk sɔŋ/
UK /ˈfoʊk sɔŋ/
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Noun

1.

a song that originates in traditional popular culture or that is written in a traditional style.

Example:
She sang a beautiful folk song from her homeland.
Many old folk songs tell stories of historical events.
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