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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun plural The forty most popular musical recordings or songs of a given time period.
  • adjective Relating to, made up of, or broadcasting the Top 40.

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  • noun music Popular music, usually the 40 most popular songs at a given time.
  • adjective Relating to or playing popular music.

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