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Definition of bassline

bassline

/ˈbeɪs.laɪn/
bass · line
Plural:basslines
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• noun

1

A sequence of low-frequency notes played in a piece of music, typically by a bass guitar, double bass, or synthesizer, that provides rhythmic and harmonic support.

Example

"The song is driven by a catchy, funky bassline that immediately gets people on the dance floor."

2

British A genre of electronic dance music that originated in Sheffield and the English Midlands in the early 2000s, characterized by a fast four-to-the-floor rhythm and prominent, warped bass patterns.

Example

"Clubs across northern England played a crucial role in popularizing bassline during the mid-2000s."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse with the homophone 'baseline', which refers to a starting point for comparisons or a boundary line on a sports court.

• Rhymes for bassline

• Nearby Words

bassinet
bassist
basslet
bassline
basso
bassoon
bassoonist

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bassline. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bassline
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