Jumble sale

Jumble sale

/ˈdʒʌmbl seɪl/
Noun United Kingdom

A garage sale.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Jumble sale, that is."
"I've never seen such a Jumble sale in all my life."

Etymology & History

British charity sale of used items. Americans use 'rummage sale' or 'yard sale'. British church hall tradition.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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