Hip-hop (noun)

1. A cultural movement that began in the Bronx, New York City, in the 1970s, characterized by rap music, break dancing, and graffiti art.
2. A style of popular music characterized by a strong, repetitive beat, and often accompanied by rapped or spoken lyrics.

Origin:

Coined by the african american community in the 1970s, the term hip-hop is an abbreviation of the phrase "hip hop hop", which was used to describe the rhythmic beats of the music.

Examples:

1. Hip-hop is a genre that has evolved significantly since its beginnings in the 1970s.
2. Many hip-hop artists have become successful in the mainstream music industry.
3. The hip-hop culture includes breakdancing, graffiti art and DJing.
4. Hip-hop has been a powerful force in shaping youth culture and fashion.
5. The hip-hop song "Rapper"s Delight" by The Sugarhill Gang was one of the first rap songs to gain mainstream popularity.