1
: a fetish, charm, or amulet of West African peoples
2
: the magic attributed to or associated with jujus
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Origin and Etymology of juju
of W. African origin; akin to the source of Hausa jùju fetish
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First Known Use: 1894
in the meaning defined at sense 1
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: a style of West African music that is characterized by a rapid beat, the use of percussion instruments, and vocal harmonies
Origin and Etymology of juju
Yoruba jújù
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