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banjo

UK/ˈbæn.dʒəʊ/ US/ˈbæn.d͡ʒoʊ/ fairly common slang uk

noun

1.

a stringed instrument of the guitar family that has long neck and circular body

Origin

From the pronunciation of African slaves, of unknown ultimate origin. Possibly a corruption of bandore (from Spanish bandurria), alternatively from a West African language such as Mandinka banjul, or Kimbundu mbanza.

Phrases

  • banjo bolt
  • banjo catfish
  • banjo clock
  • banjo curette
  • banjo dulcimer
  • banjo enclosure
  • Banjo Eyes

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