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headbanging

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛdbaŋɪŋ/
Definition of headbanging

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1violent rhythmic shaking of the head by fans of heavy metal music.
  • 2violent rocking of the body and shaking or knocking of the head, by children or mentally disordered adults.
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