zombie: Meaning and Definition of

zom•bie

1. (in voodoo)
1. the body of a dead person given the semblance of life, but mute and will-less, by a supernatural force, usually for some evil purpose.
2. the supernatural force itself.
1. a person whose behavior or responses are wooden, listless, or seemingly rote; automaton.
2. an eccentric or peculiar person.
3. a snake god worshiped in West Indian and Brazilian religious practices of African origin.
4. a tall drink made typically with several kinds of rum, citrus juice, and often apricot liqueur.
5. an army conscript assigned to home defense during World War II.