mumbo jumbo
The term "mumbo jumbo" has origins in West African culture but is now commonly used to describe confusing or meaningless language or practices.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Confusing or meaningless talk or writing.
Example
- The instructions were just a bunch of mumbo jumbo that no one could understand.
B2General
(informal)Complex or obscure language or activity meant to impress or deceive.
Example
- He filled the report with technical mumbo jumbo to make it seem more impressive.
Similar
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