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The term "Lucumí" refers to a secret society of African origin in Cuba and the language used by its members. This language, derived from Yoruba, is part of the Niger-Congo family. Many practitioners of the Santería religion speak Lucumí. It's important to distinguish this from "lucuma," which is a type of fruit.123

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  2. Cuba - Languages of Cuba
  3. Lucuma

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