Wigwam: meaning, definitions and examples
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wigwam
[ หwษชษก.wษหm ]
Native American
A wigwam is a dome-shaped dwelling used by some Native American tribes, particularly those in the Northeast. Traditionally made from bent saplings and covered with bark or animal skins, wigwams were designed for shelter and were often used as seasonal homes.
Synonyms
domed shelter, longhouse, teepee.
Examples of usage
- The tribe erected a wigwam for their winter shelter.
- Children learned how to construct a wigwam during the cultural festival.
- Visitors to the museum could see a replica of a traditional wigwam.
- The guide explained the significance of the wigwam in Native American culture.
Translations
Translations of the word "wigwam" in other languages:
๐ต๐น wigwam
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเคฟเคเคตเคพเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช Wigwam
๐ฎ๐ฉ wigwam
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒัะณะฒะฐะผ
๐ต๐ฑ wigwam
๐ฏ๐ต ใฆใฃใฐใฏใ
๐ซ๐ท wigwam
๐ช๐ธ wigwam
๐น๐ท wigwam
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุบูุงู
๐จ๐ฟ wigwam
๐ธ๐ฐ wigwam
๐จ๐ณ ็ปดๆ ผ็ฆๅง
๐ธ๐ฎ wigwam
๐ฎ๐ธ wigwam
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฒะธะณะฒะฐะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ wigwam
๐ฒ๐ฝ wigwam
Etymology
The word 'wigwam' originates from the Algonquin language, particularly from the term 'wigwamen,' which referred to a dwelling or house. Historically, wigwams were used by various tribes across North America but were especially associated with the eastern woodland tribes, including the Algonquin. The natural materials used in their construction, such as trees, bark, and animal skins, were readily available in their environments. Wigwams could vary in size and shape, accommodating families or small groups, and were easily constructed and dismantled as tribes moved to follow resources or seasons. Over time, the use of the word has broadened, and 'wigwam' is often used in various cultural contexts to refer to indigenous dwellings, although in modern times, the actual construction of wigwams has diminished due to the adoption of modern housing.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,637, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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