'Bossa nova' is a word borrowed from Portuguese 'bossa nova'. The word entered the English language some time around 1962.
bossa nova [noun] [1962]
- popular music of Brazilian origin that is rhythmically related to the samba but with complex harmonies and improvised j...
- a dance performed to bossa nova music
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Etymology: Portuguese, literally, new trend
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