Meaning of the word "folk singer" in English

What does "folk singer" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

folk singer

US /ˈfoʊk ˌsɪŋ.ɚ/
UK /ˈfəʊk ˌsɪŋ.ər/

Noun

a singer of folk songs

Example:
Bob Dylan is a famous American folk singer.
She started her career as a young folk singer in local clubs.