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Corroboree
Pronunciation : Cor*rob"o*ree`, n. [Also corrobboree, corrobori
Part of Speech : etc.]
Definition : 1. A nocturnal festivity with which the Australian aborigines celebrate tribal events of importance. Symbolic dances are given by the young men of the tribe, while the women act as musicians.
2. A song or chant made for such a festivity.
3. A festivity or social gathering, esp. one of a noisy or uproarious character; hence, tumult; uproar. [Australia]
[Native name.]
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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