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ghetto

/ˈɡɛtoʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does ghetto mean?

noun

A part of a city or town where many members of a minority group live, often in poverty. A style of music originating in the 1970s in the United States, characterized by its use of electronic samples and a distinctive rhythmic style.

Example

"The city's ghetto was a hub of cultural activity, with many artists and musicians living and working there."

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