Kwanzaa
The origin and history of Kwanzaa.
Etymology
Coined in 1966 by activist Maulana Karenga from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza," meaning "first fruits"; an extra "a" was added so the word would have seven letters, matching Kwanzaa's seven guiding principles.
Class of 1966
Kwanzaa first entered the language around 1966. Other words from the same year:
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