Entity: JUMBO
JUMBO is an informal term used to describe anything enormous or very large, often referring to a person, animal, or object.
JUMBO
Etymology
Originating in 1882 from Jumbo, a huge London Zoo elephant, the word means very large or unusually large for its type.
Definition
JUMBO is an informal term used to describe anything enormous or very large, often referring to a person, animal, or object. It is commonly used to denote a very large specimen of its kind.
Historical Context
The term JUMBO gained popularity after being associated with the London Zoo elephant named Jumbo in 1882, symbolizing something exceptionally large.
Cultural Significance
JUMBO has become a colloquial term in various contexts to describe size, often used humorously or affectionately to refer to oversized items or individuals.
Related Concepts
JUMBO is related to the concept of enormity, gigantism, and largeness in general.
See Also
A very large specimen of its kind, often used informally to describe something unusually large.