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Meaning of CORROBOREE

 
Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Cor*rob"o*ree`\, n. [Also corrobboree, corrobori,
etc.] [Native name.]
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]

 

 

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