Jamboree

Pronunciation: /ˌdʒæmbəˈri/

Definitions of jamboree

noun a large gathering or celebration, typically involving a lot of people and activities

Example Sentences

A1 I went to a jamboree with my friends and we had a great time.

A2 The local community organized a jamboree to celebrate the end of summer.

B1 The scout troop is planning a jamboree in the forest next month.

B2 The international jamboree brought together scouts from all over the world.

C1 The music jamboree featured a lineup of famous artists and bands.

C2 Attending the literary jamboree allowed me to meet my favorite authors in person.

Examples of jamboree in a Sentence

formal The annual scout jamboree will be held next month in the national park.

informal Are you going to the jamboree this weekend? It's gonna be so much fun!

slang I heard the jamboree last night was lit! Wish I could've gone.

figurative The company's team-building retreat felt like a jamboree of ideas and creativity.

Origin and Evolution of jamboree

First Known Use: 1868 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'jamboree' originated from the language of English.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a large, noisy gathering or celebration, the word 'jamboree' has evolved to also refer to a scouting event or a large assembly of people with a specific purpose.