Word origins

• TOIA male given name from Māori.
• zydecoA form of Louisiana Creole music, characteristically performed by accordion and washboard bands, that combines Cajun and Creole roots music with elements of African-American music.
• jambalayaAny of various of rice-based dishes common in Louisiana Cajun or Creole cooking, most often with shrimp, oysters, chicken or ham.
• jitneySynonym of nickel, a 5-cent coin or amount.