Definition of honky-tonk in English English dictionary
A style of country music emphasizing traditional country instruments (e.g., guitar, steel guitar and fiddle); a rough, nasal vocal style; and tragic themes such as heartbreak, infidelity and alcoholism
Honky-tonk is the kind of piano music that was formerly played in honky-tonks. the beat of honky-tonk pianos. a cheap bar where country music is played (Probably from the sound of the music). honky-tonk music/piano a type of piano music which is played in a loud cheerful way
cheap and low-class night club, "dive", sleazy night club; type of rhythmic piano playing that is found in night clubs