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techno
1[ tek-noh ]
noun
- a style of disco music characterized by very fast synthesizer rhythms, heavy use of samples, and a lack of melody.
techno-
2- a combining form borrowed from Greek where it meant “art,” “skill,” used in the formation of compound words with the meaning “technique,” “technology,” etc.:
technography.
techno-
1combining_form
- craft or art
technography
technology
- technological or technical
technocracy
- relating to or using technology
technophobia
techno
2/ ˈtɛknəʊ /
noun
- a type of very fast dance music, using electronic sounds and fast heavy beats
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Word History and Origins
Origin of techno1
First recorded in 1985–90
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Word History and Origins
Origin of techno1
from Greek tekhnē skill
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Example Sentences
"I put together a techno party track," he said.
From BBC
Perhaps a little throbbing techno was too unconventional for the more buttoned-up Academy members?
From Salon
It's inspired by the techno rave scene in Prague, and is pronounced you-sex-you-uh, in case you were wondering.
From BBC
The techno is deafening, but Walker, who went on these trips herself before starting her career as a cinematographer, dances us through the chaos with ruthless resolve.
From Los Angeles Times
The techno boys are having a rousing good time.
From Salon
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