Meaning of the word mambo in English

What does mambo mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mambo

US /ˈmɑːm.boʊ/
UK /ˈmæm.bəʊ/
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Noun

a Latin American dance similar to the rumba, with a fast, intricate rhythm.

Example:
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They danced the mambo with great enthusiasm.
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The band played a lively mambo tune.

Verb

to dance the mambo.

Example:
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Let's go out and mambo tonight!
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She learned to mambo quickly.