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词汇 moko jumby
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Definition of moko jumby in English:

moko jumby

noun ˈməʊkəʊ ˌdʒʌmbiˈmɒkəʊ ˌdʒʌmbi
Caribbean
  • A traditional character in a masquerade, representing a tall robed spirit of (originally) West African legend, and played by a male dancer on high stilts who wears a brightly coloured, sometimes female costume.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Port of Spain Gazette. Apparently from Moko + jumby.

Definition of moko jumby in US English:

moko jumby

noun
Caribbean
  • A traditional character in a masquerade, representing a tall robed spirit of (originally) West African legend, and played by a male dancer on high stilts who wears a brightly coloured, sometimes female costume.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Port of Spain Gazette. Apparently from Moko + jumby.

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