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| mum·bo jum·bo [ mùmbō júmbō ] (plural mum·bo jum·bos) |
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1. confusing language: complicated and confusing language, especially technical jargon, that is difficult to understand
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informal
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2. worthless beliefs or rituals: religious beliefs, language, or rituals that appear pointless or meaningless to the speaker
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offensive in some contexts
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3. supposedly supernatural object: an object or effigy believed to hold supernatural powers
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| [Mid-18th century. Origin ?] |
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