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goom·​bay | \ ˈgu̇mˌbā, ˈgüm- \
plural -s

Definition of goombay

: calypso music as developed in the Bahamas

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History and Etymology for goombay

of Bantu origin; akin to Kongo nkumbi ceremonial drum, Tshiluba nkumbi drum

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“Goombay.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goombay. Accessed 23 May. 2022.

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