English Word · Intermediate
jumbuck
A sheep
Pronunciation: /d͡ʒɐmbɐk/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "A sheep.".
Example
Allan told them all that he thought necessary ; but, as he did not know what jumbucks were, he candidly said so. “Why, sheep, man, sheep! They are jumbucks in this country.”
Allan told them all that he thought necessary ; but, as he did not know what jumbucks were, he candidly said so. “Why, sheep, man, sheep! They are jumbucks in this country.”
Practice tips
- Practice jumbuck out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.