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Deejay: meaning, definitions and examples

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deejay

 

[ diหหˆdส’eษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music performance

A deejay, often abbreviated as DJ, is a person who plays recorded music for an audience. DJs are commonly seen in clubs, parties, or on radio stations, where they create a live musical experience by mixing different tracks. They use various equipment, such as turntables and mixers, to manipulate sounds and create seamless transitions between songs. The role of a deejay has evolved over the years, incorporating technology such as digital music software and sampling. Besides just playing songs, DJs may also engage with the audience and create an atmosphere for dancing and enjoyment.

Synonyms

DJ, disc jockey, mixer

Examples of usage

  • The deejay kept the party alive with great music.
  • She hired a deejay for her wedding reception.
  • The deejay mixed the tracks flawlessly.
  • At the club, the deejay played everyone's favorite songs.

Translations

Translations of the word "deejay" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅ€เคœเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช DJ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ DJ

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั–ะดะถะตะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ DJ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต DJ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท DJ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ DJ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท DJ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท DJ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูŠ ุฌูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ DJ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DJ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ DJ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ DJ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ DJ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ DJ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒฏแƒ”แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ DJ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ DJ

Etymology

The term 'deejay' originated from the combination of 'disc' and 'jockey,' which originally referred to someone who played records on the radio. The word 'disc' relates to the vinyl records that were a primary medium for music playback during the early days of this profession. The practice of DJs began in the 1930s and 1940s, with radio hosts known for playing records and introducing new music to listeners. Over the years, as technology developed, the role of the DJ expanded to include mixing and remixing music live for audiences, leading to the rise of nightclub culture in the 1970s and 1980s. Today, the deejay has become a central figure in the music scene, representing a blend of art and technology that continues to evolve with advancements such as digital music formats and software.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,084, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.