jamboree
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jamboree
- /ˌdʒæm.bəˈɹiː/ UK
Where it comes from
Unknown 19th-century American slang. Chosen by Baden-Powell in 1919 for use in the Scout Movement.
noun jamborees
- A boisterous or lavish celebration or party. George reeling quietly through the heavy revolving doors into this elderly place. To tip toe across the fat carpet and whisper boo at the reception desk. "Can I help you sir." Smith looking out at the eyes. Holding the counter with uncertain hands. Mouth opening and closing. Eyes fixed on all the ha
- A frolic or spree. [']Chuck us down that net on top of the lockers, Stalky.' / 'That's all right. It's a collapsible jamboree, too. Beastly luxurious dogs these fags are. Built like a fishin'-rod.[']
- A large rally of Scouts or Guides. The campfires provide enough plain old regular visible light to show this sorry affair for what it is: a bunch of demented Boy Scouts, a jamboree without merit badges or hygiene.
- In euchre: an undefeatable hand containing the five highest cards.
verb jamborees · jamboreeing · jamboreed
- To take part in a jamboree.
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noun large party
| Español | fiesta grande, fiestón |
|---|---|
| Italiano | baldoria, "allegra riunione f" |
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