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1. Kumina, n. View full entry 1943

...A religious ceremony performed in parts of Jamaica and ultimately of central African origin which features drumming, singing, and dancing, and at which participants are believed to become possessed by spirits. Also:...

2. nyam, n. View full entry 1828

...As a count noun: a (hearty) meal; an item of food. As a mass noun: food. Cf. yamyam....

3. nyam, v. View full entry 1790

...trans. To eat, esp. voraciously or with relish. Cf. yam...

4. yabba, n. View full entry 1889

...A large wooden or earthenware vessel used for cookery or storage....

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