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PRONUNCIATION OF JUMBY

jumby  [ˈdʒʌmbɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF JUMBY

noun
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verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Jumby is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES JUMBY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Jumbee

A Jumbee, jumbie or mendo is a type of mythological spirit or demon in the folklore of some Caribbean countries. Jumbee is the generic name given to all malevolent entities; however, there are numerous kinds of jumbees, that reflect the Caribbean’s complex history and ethnic makeup, drawing on African, Amerindian, East Indian, Dutch, English, and even Chinese mythology. People in English-speaking Caribbean states that were colonized by the British commonly believe in this creature. The belief is also held by practitioners of Obeah, a form of mystical wizardry that encompasses traditional African beliefs and Western European, primarily Anglican, images and beliefs concerning the dead. Various islands – including Antigua and Barbuda in the east, Jamaica in the north, Guyana and as far south as Trinidad – have had a long held tradition of folklore that includes the jumbee. Different cultures have different concepts of jumbees, but the general idea is that people who have been evil are destined to become instruments of evil in death. Unlike the ghost folklore which represents a whispy fog-like creature, the jumbee casts a dark shadowy figure.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH JUMBY


Abercrombie
ˈæbəˌkrɒmbɪ
bilimbi
bɪˈlɪmbɪ
brumby
ˈbrʌmbɪ
combi
ˈkɒmbɪ
Djambi
ˈdʒæmbɪ
Formby
ˈfɔːmbɪ
Jambi
ˈdʒæmbɪ
jumbie
ˈdʒʌmbɪ
namby-pamby
ˌnæmbɪˈpæmbɪ
NIMBY
ˈnɪmbɪ
Tshombe
ˈtʃɒmbɪ
zimbi
ˈzɪmbɪ
zombi
ˈzɒmbɪ
zombie
ˈzɒmbɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE JUMBY

jumbal
jumbie
jumble
jumble sale
jumbler
jumblingly
jumbly
jumbo
jumbo jet
jumbo loan
jumbo pack
jumboise
jumboize
jumbuck
jumelle
Jumna
jump
jump at
jump bail
jump ball

WORDS THAT END LIKE JUMBY

aby
baby
bobby
by
by and by
chubby
comby
crumby
Darby
derby
hobby
hubby
lamby
limby
lobby
nearby
ruby
rugby
thumby
womby

Synonyms and antonyms of jumby in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «jumby» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF JUMBY

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Translator English - Chinese

jumby
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Jumby
570 millions of speakers

English

jumby
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

jumby
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

jumby
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Jumby
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

Jumby
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

jumby
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

Jumby
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Jumby
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Jumby
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ジャンビー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

jumby
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Jumby
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

jumby
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

jumby
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

गोंधळ
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Jumby
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

Jumby
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Jumby
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Jumby
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

jumby
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

Jumby
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

jumby
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Jumby
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Jumby
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of jumby

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «JUMBY»

The term «jumby» is regularly used and occupies the 91.548 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «JUMBY» OVER TIME

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

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «JUMBY»

Discover the use of jumby in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to jumby and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Resorts of the Caribbean
JUMBY. BAY. Antigua, W.l. ARUBA Aruba was little more than a sleepy sandbar in. minifridge, coffeemaker. Premium suites have large tubs and his and hers showers. Open-air library Electricity: 110 volts Fitness Facilities/Spa Services: Air-  ...
Kay Showker, 2009
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100 Best All-Inclusive Resorts of the World: Packed with ...
When we arrived at Jumby Bay, we recognized that it had gained more accolades than most resorts in the world — voted the third-best luxury resort on the planet by a distinguished group of travel editors, a sought-after refuge of royals and ...
Jay Paris, Carmi Zona-Paris, 2006
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The Ackee Chronicles
I talkin' bout jumby.Jumby—!” He yelled at me. “Look you forget I'm from Guyana too and I know all about Jumby!” I responded. “Well then answer the question. Don't tell me bout a lot of nonsense. Do you know bout Jumby or no—!” “Yes ...
S. A. Vansluytman, 2011
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Stone Artefact Production and Exchange Among the Lesser Antilles
The absence of WOR is supportive of the later occupation at Sugar Mill relative to Jumby Bay and Muddy Bay, despite the many similarities. On the other hand the sample does not typically represent the Freeman Bay style, as is suggested by ...
Sebastiaan Knippenberg, 2007
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New Trends and Developments in African Religions
He related that he had had a Jumby (spirit/ghost) set on his back. He started to become a Shaker. Once he had commenced attending services as a participant, tales about his affliction became common currency amongst the non-Shaker ...
Peter Bernard Clarke, 1998
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Islands Magazine
Eighteen days earlier, Jumby Bay e-mailed me asking if I had any special requests. The pineapple was the first, but the sweets are a happy extra. After the women leave, I wonder about the other requests. There on my coffee table is #2: a CD ...
7
Atlanta Magazine
Jumby Bay has recently included several new luxury amenities that guests can enjoy at the premiere resort in Antigua. Nannies, charter boats and romantic encounters will add to the singular experience that Jumby Bay offers of world- class ...
8
Antigua and the Antiguans: A Full Account of the Colony and ...
At length, forced on by the jumby, they made up to a negro house, the door of which was shut ; and before they could ask for admittance, the coffin was impelled through it, breaking it into pieces, and was dashing forwards against the face of a ...
Cambridge University Press, Anonymous, 2011
9
Antigua and the Antiguans, (Complete) a Full Account of the ...
But, lo! instead of going to the grave, the men commenced walking very fast in an opposite direction;the walk increased toarun;the company in amaze called after themtoknow themeaning; “It's the jumby in the coffin,” was the replyoftheporters.
Anonymous
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Conservation of Caribbean Island Herpetofaunas Volume 2: ...
Richardson, J.I., Corliss, L.A., Ryder, C., Bell, R. (1989): Demographic patterns of Caribbean hawksbills, Jumby Bay, Antigua. In: Proc. 9th Ann. Workshop on Sea Turtle Conserv. Biol., p. 253-256. Eckert, S.A., Eckert, K.L., Richardson, T.H., ...
Adrian Hailey, Byron Wilson, Julia Horrocks, 2011

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «JUMBY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term jumby is used in the context of the following news items.
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Hotels aim to get kids to sleep with new programs - The Boston Globe
Chances are you won't find many grumpy kids at the Jumby Bay, a Rosewood Resort located on a private island in the Caribbean. «Boston Globe, Jul 15»
2
Your own private island cheaper than the average London home
The Caribbean islands of Mustique and Jumby Bay are rare examples of wealthy island communities whose villa owners own a share of the ... «Telegraph.co.uk, Jul 15»
3
Would You Swim To Infinity?
Set at the far end of Jumby Bay Beach, this lagoon-shaped infinity pool skirts the Pool Grille, the resort's casual-dining restaurant. The pool at ... «Daily News & Analysis, Jul 15»
4
VOIR DIRE: A Brush With Crime
The couple alleges that during a stay at the Jumby Bay Resort near Antigua, which Rosewood manages, the wife sustained multiple injuries in ... «The National Law Journal, Jun 15»
5
How Luxury Hotels Decide If You Deserve a Perk
... during check-in (a welcome mojito at Rosewood Mayakoba, also in Mexico) and upon departure (a bottle of local hot sauce at Jumby Bay in ... «Wall Street Journal, Apr 15»
6
Jumby hawksbills enjoy their beach
In 1987, a small island in the Caribbean began taking care of their hawksbill, Eretmochelys imbricate turtles, realising the extreme danger in ... «The Earth Times, Apr 15»
7
Top 10: the best luxury hotels in the Caribbean
The word “jumby” may mean a spirit or ghost, but no West Indian will-o'-the-wisp will disturb your night's sleep on this extremely comfortable, ... «Telegraph.co.uk, Apr 15»
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Luxe life: Forbes Travel Guide names new 5-star hotels
Jumby Bay, a Rosewood Resort, Antigua. Keswick Hall and Golf Club, Keswick, Va. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok. Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo. «USA TODAY, Feb 15»
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It's 'Barmageddon' when two eateries swap owners for TV
It may not seem like a sound business strategy, but the owners of Lake Worth's Suri Tapas Bar and Jupiter's Jumby Bar Island Grill, and the ... «Palm Beach Post, Jan 15»
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Three homes sold in 30 days at Jumby Bay in Naples
Three of nine single-family homes sold within 30 days at Jumby Bay, a community situated in the heart of Old Naples on the 900 block of Ninth ... «Naples Daily News, Dec 14»

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« EDUCALINGO. Jumby [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/jumby>. Apr 2024 ».
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