(1942–70), American rock guitarist and singer; full name James Marshall Hendrix. Remembered for the flamboyance and originality of his improvisations, he greatly widened the scope of the electric guitar. Notable songs: ‘Purple Haze’ (1967), ‘All Along the Watchtower’ (1968).
Definition of Hendrix, Jimi in US English:
Hendrix, Jimi
proper nounˈhendriks
(1942–70), US rock musician; full name James Marshall Hendrix. Remembered for the flamboyance and originality of his improvisations, he greatly widened the scope of the electric guitar. Notable songs: “Purple Haze” (1967) and “All Along the Watchtower” (1968).