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rumba

|rum-ba|

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/ˈrʌmbə/

lively Cuban dance

Etymology
Etymology Information

'rumba' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'rumba', where 'rumba' meant 'party' or 'spree'.

Historical Evolution

'rumba' changed from the Spanish word 'rumba' and eventually became the modern English word 'rumba'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'party' or 'spree', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a dance and music style.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a lively dance of Cuban origin, performed to a syncopated rhythm.

They danced the rumba at the party.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a piece of music composed for or in the style of this dance.

The band played a rumba.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42