Meaning of Gabber | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A user of the social media site Gab.
2. A liar; a deceiver.
   obsolete
3. A subgenre of hardcore techno characterised by an intense, distorted kick sound and controversial lyrics or samples.
   uncountable
4. One who is addicted to idle talk.
5. A fan of this music, usually dressed in a tracksuit, often with a completely shaved head (or partially for women), seen primarily in the 1990s.
   countable
6. A radio commentator or disc jockey.
   US, dated

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Examples

“The gabbers’ job today, and in the future, is to sneak⟳ up on the listening prospect and sell⟳ before he knows it.”

“This, in turn⟳, birthed all kinds of mainly regional variations that have⟳ lasted from the 90s to today, most notably gabber—a relentless mix⟳ of superfast BPMS, distorted kickdrums and roared vocals that evoked the distilled nihilism of Rotterdam skinheads.”

“In a post⟳ on Medium on May 8, Gab leaders shared the latest statistics: "In under nine months, 170,000 Gabbers have⟳ 7.6 million posts and raised $145,000 to help⟳ us expand⟳ our team and cover⟳ operational expenses."”

“These folks were the ideal Gabbers: salt of the earth types who fully understand⟳ that Big Tech is evil and free speech is important.”

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