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Papoose: meaning, definitions and examples

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papoose

 

[ หˆpรฆpuหs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Native American

The term 'papoose' traditionally refers to a Native American child, especially a young child or infant. In many Native American cultures, a papoose is also synonymous with the carrier used to transport a young child or baby. This term has its roots in the Algonquin language, where it reflects the cultural significance of child-rearing practices. Today, it can be used in both respectful and informal contexts to refer to young children.

Synonyms

baby, child, infant

Examples of usage

  • The papoose was cradled safely on her back.
  • The tribe celebrated the birth of a new papoose.
  • She carried her papoose in a handmade sling.

Translations

Translations of the word "papoose" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น papoose

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคพเคชเฅ‚เคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Papoose

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ papoose

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะฟัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ papoose

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒ—ใƒผใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท papoose

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ papoose

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท papoose

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒํ‘ธ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงุจูˆุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ papoose

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ papoose

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅธ•ๅธƒๆ–ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ papoose

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ papoose

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐะฟัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒžแƒฃแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ papoose

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ papoose

Etymology

The word 'papoose' originates from the Algonquin language, specifically the word 'papoos' which means 'young child' or 'baby.' Algonquin is a Native American language used by various tribes in North America, particularly in the northeastern regions. The term was adopted into English in the early 17th century as European settlers began to interact more with Native American tribes. Over time, 'papoose' came to not only designate a child but also represented the traditional carrying methods used by Native Americans. In contemporary usage, the word has evolved and can be found in informal contexts, though it is essential to use it with an understanding of its cultural origins and significance. It showcases a blend of cultural history and the relation between Indigenous peoples and early European settlers.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,365, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.