Pronunciation: /ˈræɡˌtaɪm/
noun a style of music characterized by a syncopated rhythm
A1 I heard a catchy ragtime tune playing at the ice cream shop.
A2 My grandparents used to dance to ragtime music when they were young.
B1 The ragtime era was known for its lively and syncopated music.
B2 Scott Joplin was a famous composer of ragtime music in the early 20th century.
C1 Many consider ragtime to be a precursor to jazz music.
C2 The intricate piano compositions of ragtime require great skill and precision to perform.
adjective relating to or characteristic of ragtime music
A1 I heard some ragtime music playing at the carnival.
A2 The old piano in the corner had a ragtime sound to it.
B1 The dancers moved to the lively ragtime beat with ease.
B2 The band played a mix of jazz and ragtime tunes at the concert.
C1 She was a master at playing ragtime on the piano, captivating the audience with her skill.
C2 The ragtime music filled the room, transporting everyone back to a bygone era.
formal Ragtime music was popular in the early 20th century.
informal I love listening to ragtime tunes on the piano.
slang Let's hit up that jazz club that plays a lot of ragtime.
figurative His playing had a ragtime rhythm to it, fast and lively.
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