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Noun: corroboree  ku'ró-bu-ree
  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 festivity or social gathering, esp. one of a noisy or uproarious character; hence, tumult; uproar

Derived forms: corroborees

Encyclopedia: Corroboree

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