What is another word for juke joint?
Pronunciation:
[ d͡ʒˈuːk d͡ʒˈɔ͡ɪnt], [ dʒˈuːk dʒˈɔɪnt], [ dʒ_ˈuː_k dʒ_ˈɔɪ_n_t]
Synonyms for Juke joint:
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n.
• joint • roadside establishment- bar ,
- club ,
- disco ,
- discotheque ,
- night spot ,
- nightclub ,
- pool hall ,
- tavern .
Other relevant words:
- Juke ,
- congee ,
- fake ,
- jook ,
- jook house ,
- jook joint ,
- juke house .
How to use "Juke joint" in context?
Juke joints are a cornerstone of American music, culture and history. These establishments have been a fixture of American music scenes since the early days of rhythm and blues. Juke joints provide a pub-like setting with live music and are renowned for their cheap drinks and occasional potent hookers. The term "juke joint" generally refers to a small, white-wall, single-room building typical of the rural Southern United States from the 1920s to the early 1960s. Juke joints were usually run by African Americans and served as a meeting place for local community members.
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