1. a genre of electronic dance music characterized by synthesized sounds, repetitive beats, and digital production techniques
Usage: uncountable; often used as a mass noun to refer to the music genre broadly

Examples

• Electronica became popular in nightclubs throughout Europe in the 1990s.
• The DJ specializes in electronica and ambient electronic music.
• Many artists blend electronica with elements of hip-hop and pop.
• The festival features live performances of electronica and experimental electronic sounds.
• She listens to electronica while studying because the repetitive beats help her concentrate.