Zumba

American

[zoom-buh, ‑bah] / ˈzum bə, ‑bɑ /

Trademark.

a brand name for a fitness program consisting of dance and aerobic exercise routines performed to popular, mainly Latin American music.

Zumba British

/ ˈzʊmbə /

noun

a system of keep-fit exercises performed to Latin American dance music

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Etymology

Origin of Zumba

An arbitrary coinage

Example Sentences

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Sivankutty added that though schools have been asked to introduce Zumba into the curriculum, classes would still be optional for the students.

From BBC

The actress says she found out she had been nominated for the prestigious acting prize after leaving a Zumba class.

From BBC

They began raising small amounts of money by hosting golf tournaments and throwing Zumba parties.

From Salon

That means doing their Zumba and making their vision boards right there in Kansas.

From Salon

You might be eligible for SilverSneakers, a program that has workouts like tai chi, Zumba and outdoor walking groups, as well as scores of live online classes.

From Los Angeles Times

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