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Macumba (Noun)

(Brazil) followers of a religious cult of African origin.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

In Brazil, macumba practitioners often incorporate elements of Catholicism and indigenous spirituality into their rituals.
The authorities raided the macumba temple in Rio, accusing its leaders of promoting superstition and harming public health.
She became fascinated with the mystical practices of the macumba community in Salvador, which she saw as a source of strength and identity.
Many Brazilians view macumba with suspicion, associating it with dark magic and sorcery.
In some neighborhoods of São Paulo, macumba is openly practiced, with followers gathering for ceremonies and offerings to the orixás.

A Brazilian religious cult of African origin; combines voodoo elements with singing and chanting and dancing.

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Macumba is a prominent Afro-Brazilian cultural practice that combines elements of ancient traditions and spiritual rituals.
The macumba ceremony began at midnight with the beating of drums and the chanting of mystical prayers.
During her research trip to Brazil, she encountered various practitioners of macumba and observed the healing ceremonies they performed.
Practitioners of macumba believe in the power of ancestral spirits to guide and protect them, as well as to bring about positive change in their lives.
As she delved deeper into the world of macumba, she discovered the rich history and symbolism behind this complex spiritual practice.

Popular dance music of Brazil; derived from the practices of the macumba religious cult.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The lively rhythms of macumba music filled the streets during Carnaval celebrations.
As a fusion of African and indigenous influences, macumba continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
This new generation of DJs incorporates modern electronic beats into traditional macumba melodies.
The hypnotic drumbeats and rhythmic chanting of macumba music transported the crowd to a state of euphoria.
During her trip to Rio, she stumbled upon an underground club playing mesmerizing macumba tracks that left her spellbound.