jungle
UK: ˈdʒʌŋɡl | US: ˈdʒʌŋɡl
n. a dense, tangled forest, typically in tropical regions
n. a place or situation marked by intense competition or chaos
n. (figurative) a complex or bewildering environment
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The word "jungle" originates from the Hindi word "jangal," meaning "uncultivated land" or "wilderness." It entered English during British colonial rule in India, where it was used to describe dense, untamed forests. Over time, its meaning expanded metaphorically to denote any chaotic or competitive environment. The spelling and pronunciation were anglicized, but the core idea of untamed nature remains central.
The explorers hacked their way through the thick jungle.
The stock market can be a financial jungle for beginners.
Wildlife thrives in the Amazon jungle.
The city’s nightlife is a concrete jungle of bars and clubs.
She felt lost in the jungle of paperwork on her desk.