Barrelhouse Definition
bărəl-hous
noun
A disreputable old-time saloon or house of prostitution.
American Heritage
A small, cheap old-time saloon with a row of racked barrels along the wall.
Webster's New World
An early style of jazz characterized by boisterous piano playing, group improvisation, and a two-beat rhythm.
American Heritage
A raucous, driving, unsophisticated style of playing jazz.
Webster's New World
A rough and tumble drinking establishment.
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