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jumble1 definition

jum·ble (jum′bəl)

noun

a kind of thin, sugared cookie shaped like a ring
also sp. jumbal jum′·bal

Etymology: < ? OFr jumel, gemel (Fr jumeau), twin: see

jumble2 definition

jum·ble (jum′bəl)

transitive verb jumbled -·bled, jumbling -·bling

  1. to mix in a confused, disorderly heap
  2. to confuse mentally

Etymology: ? blend of jump + tumble

intransitive verb

to be jumbled

noun

  1. a confused mixture or heap
  2. a muddle
  3. Brit. rummage sale
    in full jumble sale

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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