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goombah

noun·Reference

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A person of Italian descent (often implies the person is connected to Italian organized crime)

Other meanings

2. noun

A companion, pal, close friend, or associate, especially among Italian-American men. It sometimes has the connotation of an older friend who acts as a patron, protector or adviser.

3. noun

Alternative form of gumbe, a Jamaican drum.

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