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juba
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juba, n. [L., a mane.].
- The mane of an animal. [1913 Webster]
- A loose panicle, the axis of which falls to pieces, as in certain grasses. [1913 Webster]
juba, n.
A dance developed by slaves in the U. S., having a lively tune and accompanied by a complex rhythmic clapping, and by slapping the thighs. [PJC]
"Wild crap-shooters with a whoop and a call
Danced the juba in their gambling-hall." [PJC]
Danced the juba in their gambling-hall." [PJC]
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