jamboree
[jam-buh-ree]
noun
a carousal; any noisy merrymaking.
a large gathering, as of a political party or the teams of a sporting league, often including a program of speeches and entertainment.
a large gathering of members of the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts, usually nationwide or international in scope (distinguished from camporee).
Origin of jamboree
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Related Words for jamboree
shindig, ceremony, gathering, blowout, festival, rally, revelry, hoopla, convention, party, bash, jubilee, wingdingExamples from the Web for jamboree
Contemporary Examples of jamboree
Alayban was on one of her annual vacations to the condo on tony Jamboree Road when she was arrested.
The Princess & the Peon: Saudi Royal’s Slave Labor ChargesEliza Shapiro, Christine Pelisek
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Historical Examples of jamboree
Some of 186 them said they would rather not attend the jamboree at all!
Ruth Fielding and the GypsiesAlice B. Emerson
I can make allowance once in a while for the boys gettin' on a jamboree, but by Christmas!
The Trail of '98Robert W. Service
I'll go somewhere an' finish my jamboree an' then I'll hit fer some fresh range.
Prairie FlowersJames B. Hendryx
I reckon there ain't been such a jamboree in town for years.
The CrossingWinston Churchill
"Having a jamboree," said the hunter, drawing rein at the blazing doorway.
The Treasure of PearlsGustave Aimard
jamboree
noun
Word Origin for jamboree
C19: of uncertain origin
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