jamboree
3 synonyms for jamboree, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A lively, large-scale celebration or gathering.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
blowout
gala affair
How to use jamboree
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Scout jamboree
a noisy jamboree
Etymology
Origin unknown, but the word emerged in American slang in the 19th century; Robert Baden-Powell later picked it in 1919 to name the international Scout gathering.
Full origin of jamboree →Frequently asked questions
What does “jamboree” mean?
The word “jamboree” means a lively, large-scale celebration or gathering. In plain terms, a big, festive gathering — either a general party or specifically a large Scouting event.
How do you pronounce “jamboree”?
“Jamboree” is pronounced jam-buh-REE (/ˌdʒæm.bəˈɹiː/ in IPA).
How do you use “jamboree” in a sentence?
Here is “jamboree” used in a sentence: “The whole town turned out for the summer jamboree.”
What part of speech is “jamboree”?
“Jamboree” is a noun.
Where does the word “jamboree” come from?
The word “jamboree” dates back to around 1919. Origin unknown, but the word emerged in American slang in the 19th century; Robert Baden-Powell later picked it in 1919 to name the international Scout gathering.
How many meanings does “jamboree” have?
“Jamboree” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a lively, large-scale celebration or gathering.
