English Explanatory Dictionary

samba school

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A cultural organization in Brazil devoted to practicing and showcasing samba, as well as organizing and performing elaborate parades during carnival.

Word forms

samba school samba schools

Etymology

Calque of Portuguese escola de samba.

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