Definitions for oompahˈum pɑ, ˈʊm-

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

oom•pahˈum pɑ, ˈʊm-(n.)

also oom′pah-pah`

  1. a repetitive, rhythmic bass accompaniment in music typically provided by brasses.

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  2. (adj.)marked by an oompah:

    an oompah band.

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Origin of oompah:

1875–80; imit.

Wiktionary

  1. oompah(Verb)

    To produce an oom-pah sound.


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