# jamboree

/dʒˈæmbɔːɹˌiː/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/jamboree
Updated: 2026-10-17

## Definition

a big, lively party or gathering with music, food, and fun. You use it for happy public celebrations with lots of people.

For teachers: a large festive gathering or celebration marked by music, entertainment, and communal revelry. Often applied to large organized rallies, particularly international gatherings of Scouts.

## Examples

- The town holds a summer jamboree every year.
- The street jamboree brings neighbours together with food stalls, live music, and games for children.
- After months of quiet work, the harvest jamboree filled the valley with drums, dancing, and stalls selling everything from honey to handmade quilts.

## Synonyms

festival, Carnival, celebration, party, fair, gala, blowout

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