Timbuktu Definition & Meaning

timbuktu
noun
  1. a city in central Mali near the Niger river; formerly famous for its gold trade

"Timbuktu" in song lyrics

See how timbuktu is used in real songs:

  • "We blow the roof off to Timbuktu"
    Bomfunk MC's f/ Mr. B from Bu Bu Man — Fashion, Styley
  • "I wear Timberlands study in Timbuktu"
    Digable Planets
  • "Nelly and Baby selling records way to Timbuktu"
    Dirty — Love Us or Hate Us

Words that rhyme with timbuktu

Usage tips for "timbuktu"

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