1. a style of popular music played on improvised instruments such as washboards, jugs, and kazoos, often combined with guitar and other traditional instruments
Usage: music genre; originated in early 20th century America

Examples

• The skiffle band performed with homemade instruments at the local festival.
• Skiffle music became popular in Britain during the 1950s.
• He learned to play guitar by listening to skiffle records.
• The group’s skiffle sound featured a washboard and tea-chest bass.
• Many famous musicians got their start playing skiffle music.
• The skiffle revival brought attention to this folk music style.