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jungle

jun·gle [ júng g'l ] (plural jun·gles)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. tropical forest: an area of tropical rain forest covered with vegetation so dense that it is largely impenetrable

2. thickly covered area: any area covered with dense vegetation

3. tangle: a tangled or confused mass

4. complex matter: a frustratingly or impenetrably complex system

5. harsh place: a harsh environment characterized by fierce competitiveness or struggle for survival

6. hobo camp: a place where homeless people camp ( dated slang )

[Late 18th century. Via Hindi jaṅgal "wasteland" < Sanskrit jāṅgala "dry"]
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