Definitions

1. noun

A small, often temporary, settlement or village, especially one in the United States, usually inhabited by Native Americans or African Americans.

“The lumbus was a thriving community in the 19th century, providing a vital hub for trade and commerce.”

2. proper noun

A specific name of a lumbus, such as ‘Lumbus, Indiana’, referring to the historical African American settlement in the area.

“The town of Lumbus, Indiana, was founded by African American settlers in the late 19th century.”