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My father always taught by telling stories about his experiences. His lessons were about morality and art and what insects and birds and human beings had in common. He told me what it meant to be a man and to be a Black man. He taught me about love and responsibility, about beauty, and how to make gumbo.
Walter Mosley

Meaning of "gumbo" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD GUMBO

From Louisiana French gombo, of Bantu origin.
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PRONUNCIATION OF GUMBO

gumbo  [ˈɡʌmbəʊ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF GUMBO

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Gumbo is a noun.
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WHAT DOES GUMBO MEAN IN ENGLISH?

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Gumbo

Gumbo is a dish that originated in southern Louisiana during the 18th century. It typically consists primarily of a strongly flavored stock, meat or shellfish, a thickener, and seasoning vegetables, which can include celery, bell peppers and onions. Gumbo is often categorized by the type of thickener used: the African vegetable okra, the Choctaw spice filé powder, or roux, the French base made of flour and fat. The dish likely derived its name from either the Bantu word for okra or the Choctaw word for filé. Several different varieties exist. In New Orleans, what is known as Creole gumbo generally contains shellfish. Cajun gumbo varies greatly, but often has a dark roux with either shellfish or fowl. The Creoles of Cane River make a gumbo focused much more on filé. After the base is prepared, vegetables are cooked down, and then meat is added. The dish simmers, with shellfish and some spices added near the end. Gumbo is traditionally served over rice. The dish combines ingredients and culinary practices of several cultures, including West African, French, Spanish, German, and Choctaw.

Definition of gumbo in the English dictionary

The first definition of gumbo in the dictionary is the mucilaginous pods of okra. Other definition of gumbo is a soup or stew thickened with okra pods. Gumbo is also a fine soil in the W prairies that becomes muddy when wet.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH GUMBO


ambo
ˈæmbəʊ
bimbo
ˈbɪmbəʊ
bumbo
ˈbʌmbəʊ
Colombo
kəˈlʌmbəʊ
combo
ˈkɒmbəʊ
dumbo
ˈdʌmbəʊ
flambeau
ˈflæmbəʊ
gambo
ˈɡæmbəʊ
gombo
ˈɡʌmbəʊ
jumbo
ˈdʒʌmbəʊ
kimbo
ˈkɪmbəʊ
limbo
ˈlɪmbəʊ
mambo
ˈmæmbəʊ
nelumbo
nɪˈlʌmbəʊ
Ovambo
əʊˈvæmbəʊ
rumbo
ˈrʌmbəʊ
sambo
ˈsæmbəʊ
superjumbo
ˈsuːpəˌdʒʌmbəʊ
Tambo
ˈtæmbəʊ
umbo
ˈʌmbəʊ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE GUMBO

gum elastic
gum elemi
gum field
Gum Nebula
gum nut
gum plant
gum resin
gum turpentine
gum up
gumball
gumboil
gumboots
gumbotil
gumdrop
gumlands
gumless
gumlike
gumline
gumma
gummata

WORDS THAT END LIKE GUMBO

akimbo
arms akimbo
Bembo
bombo
Chrimbo
crambo
Crimbo
dimbo
himbo
Huambo
jambo
miombo
mumbo jumbo
timbo

Synonyms and antonyms of gumbo in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «gumbo» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF GUMBO

Find out the translation of gumbo to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of gumbo from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «gumbo» in English.

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秋葵
1,325 millions of speakers

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gumbo
570 millions of speakers

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gumbo
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Gumbo
380 millions of speakers
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البامية
280 millions of speakers

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гамбо
278 millions of speakers

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gumbo
270 millions of speakers

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গাম্বো
260 millions of speakers

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gombo
220 millions of speakers

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Gumbo
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Gumbo
180 millions of speakers

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オクラ
130 millions of speakers

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검보
85 millions of speakers

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Gumbo
85 millions of speakers
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gumbo
80 millions of speakers

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கம்போ
75 millions of speakers

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गुंबो
75 millions of speakers

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Bamya
70 millions of speakers

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gumbo
65 millions of speakers

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gumbo
50 millions of speakers

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Гамбо
40 millions of speakers

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gumbo
30 millions of speakers
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μπάμια
15 millions of speakers
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gumbo
14 millions of speakers
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gumbo
10 millions of speakers
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gumbo
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of gumbo

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «GUMBO»

The term «gumbo» is quite widely used and occupies the 39.522 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «GUMBO» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about gumbo

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4 QUOTES WITH «GUMBO»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word gumbo.
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Jonathan Cain
We're a gumbo of American music, and aren't ashamed to play pop or soul or rock because we all grew up on radio.
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Etta James
All the things I used to like - cookies, ice cream, gumbo - I don't like anymore.
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Jay McInerney
The definition of gumbo is almost as slippery as that of Creole. Just as gumbo can contain pretty much any kind of meat or seafood, Creole is a vague and inclusive term for native New Orleanians, who may be black or white, depending on whom you're asking.
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Walter Mosley
My father always taught by telling stories about his experiences. His lessons were about morality and art and what insects and birds and human beings had in common. He told me what it meant to be a man and to be a Black man. He taught me about love and responsibility, about beauty, and how to make gumbo.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «GUMBO»

Discover the use of gumbo in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to gumbo and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Gumbo Tales: Finding My Place at the New Orleans Table
A celebration of the food culture of New Orleans recounts the Wisconsin native's introduction to such regional classics as gumbo, po-boys, and red beans and rice.
Sara Roahen, 2009
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The Missing 'Gator of Gumbo Limbo
Vanished? Liza Poole lives with her mother in one of the last balanced ecosystems in North America -- the Gumbo Limbo Hammock deep within the lush kingdom of the Florida Everglades.
Jean Craighead George, 1993
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Beyond Gumbo: Creole Fusion Food from the Atlantic Rim
A collection of 175 Creole recipes reflects flavors from a range of influences, cites the health benefits of the Creole diet, and provides accompanying cultural and historical anecdotes.
Jessica B. Harris, 2003
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The Little Gumbo Book: Twenty-seven Carefully Created ...
Here are 27 carefully created recipes that will enable everyone to enjoy the special experience of gumbo. Recipes, roux, rice, stock, seasoning, it's all in this charming little book--with step-by-step directions.
Gwen McKee, 1986
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Matzoh Ball Gumbo: Culinary Tales of the Jewish South
Featuring a trove of photographs, Matzoh Ball Gumbo also includes anecdotes, oral histories, and more than thirty recipes to try at home.
Marcie Cohen Ferris, 2009
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Girlfriend Gumbo
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‎2005
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Musical Gumbo: The Music of New Orleans
A guide to the music and musicians of New Orleans profiles such legends as Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, as well as modern performers such as the Marsalis family
Grace Lichtenstein, 1993
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Gumbo: Celebration of African American Writers
Edited by bestselling luminaries Marita Golden and E. Lynn Harris, this collection spans new and previously published tales of love and luck, inspiration and violation, hip new worlds and hallowed heritage from voices such as: • Edwidge ...
E. Lynn Harris, Marita Golden, 2003
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Mardi Gras, Gumbo, and Zydeco: Readings in Louisiana Culture
Crystalizing its rich diversity and character, these sharply focused essays are a precise introduction to aspects that too often are diffused in sundry discussions of general Deep South culture.
Marcia G. Gaudet, James C. McDonald, 2003
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Love Like Gumbo
In South Central Los Angeles in 1978, Grace Broussard, the youngest member of a Creole family transplanted from Louisiana, seeks to distance herself from her family through a ten point plan designed to shock them, but the ghost of her ...
Nancy Rawles, 1997

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «GUMBO»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term gumbo is used in the context of the following news items.
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Charles Mackem: It's always a good time for gumbo
From a purely professional point of view, my favorite dish to make may very well be gumbo – it's certainly in the top three. Various meats and ... «The Mountain Press, Jul 15»
2
Keep Rasanga on His Toes - Midiwo, Gumbo
Rarieda MP Nicholas Gumbo and his Gem counterpart Jakoyo Midiwo said they will continue calling for financial accountability. The duo said ... «AllAfrica.com, Jul 15»
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People first is in, says Gumbo
The spokesperson for the Mujuru camp, Rugare Gumbo, told The Zimbabwean that the coalition would “definitely succeed”. His statements ... «The Zimbabwean, Jul 15»
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J. Gumbo's to open soon; coffee stand closes
J. Gumbo's in downtown Wausau is expected to open soon. On June 30, J. Gumbo's, a fast-casual restaurant serving Cajun and Creole food, ... «Wausau Daily Herald, Jul 15»
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Jay Rock Cooks “Gumbo,” Young Thug Visits “Paradise,” & More …
Jay Rock is the next artist slated to wave the TDE flag with his upcoming project. He whets appetites in the meantime with a track titled “Gumbo. «Hip-Hop Wired, Jul 15»
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Jay Rock stews up fresh track “Gumbo” — listen
Now, Chef Rock has served up his latest slice of Top Dawg Entertainment hip-hop in the form of “Gumbo”. The new track bubbles with an old ... «Consequence of Sound, Jul 15»
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'Sauce Boss' to cook blues, gumbo at The Grand
Wharton brings his own hot sauce to every gig, and he cooks a big pot of gumbo while smoking his slide guitar. At the end of the show, ... «Mount Desert Islander, Jul 15»
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Jay Rock - Gumbo [New Song]
After hitting us with part two of his beloved Kendrick Lamar collaboration, "Money Trees," Jay returns today with "Gumbo," yet another promising ... «HotNewHipHop, Jul 15»
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Argument over gumbo recipe leads to former FSU 'Chief' mascot's …
An argument over the amount of spice to put in a gumbo recipe at Buddy's Seafood Market left a former mascot for Florida State University dead ... «gulflive.com, Jul 15»
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Link Gumbo - 7/1/15
Link Gumbo - 7/1/15 ... What, When, Where & Why · Link Gumbo - 7/7/15 · Congratulations to D.J. LeMahieu on His First All-Star Selection! «And the Valley Shook, Jul 15»

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