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Social Sciences - Anthropology | | English term or phrase: bambula | | I know that it is a dance, possibly carrabian. Also African (I would like to know what African language) for mixed blood. Could have more meanings, what are they? |
| | | "Bambula", cheesecloth, to beat, male | Explanation:
"Bambooshay" is a Creole word meaning "Enjoy yourself!" The word was coined during the Carnival in the 1950s and is based on the Creole word "Bambula." The bambula is a gay and spirited dance that originated in Guinea, West Africa.
Bambula => cheesecloth
bamboula African drum used in New Orleans during the 19th century. Also, a vigorous style of New Orleans dancing in the early 20th century. A "drum" in early jazz use. Derived from the African word bambula, which means to beat, hit or strike a surface, a drum.
http://www.slaveryinamerica.org/history/hs_es_languages.htm
BAMBULA BUS - (<*bhal-bhal -'male cat' (bambula-male)
http://www.linguistlist.org/issues/9/9-421.html
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