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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative letter-case form of Gombey. alt-of
2. 2
   A type of Bermudan performance involving dancers in brightly coloured costumes and masks, accompanied by a procession of drummers, traditionally performed during Boxing Day or on other festivals and celebrations.
3. 3
   A performer or dancer of the Gombey.

Etymology

Related to or derived from goombay (“a type of traditional Bahamian drum; a genre of folk music played with this drum”).

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