Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ghetto-blaster
noun
/ˈɡɛtoʊˌblæstər/
Definition
A large portable radio or cassette player, often with powerful speakers.
Examples
- He walked down the street with his ghetto-blaster, sharing his favorite tunes with everyone around.
- The ghetto-blaster’s volume was cranked up, making it impossible to ignore the catchy beat.
Meaning
Originally used to describe loud music played in urban neighborhoods, especially in areas with a high concentration of African Americans, ghetto blasters became popular in the 1980s as a symbol of street culture and hip-hop music.
Synonyms
- boombox
- portable radio
- music player
