Meaning of karaoke in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌkɛriˈoʊki/

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1. Noun

   karaoke

   Etymology

   1970s: from Japanese, literally ‘empty orchestra’

   Definitions

   1. singing popular songs accompanied by a recording of an orchestra (usually in bars or nightclubs)