jamboree
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
A frolic or spree.
Register: dated, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
[']Chuck us down that net on top of the lockers, Stalky.' / 'That's all right. It's a collapsible jamboree, too. Beastly luxurious dogs these fags are. Built like a fishin'-rod.[']
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “jamboree” mean?
A frolic or spree.
Is “jamboree” formal or informal?
jamboree is generally dated, slang.