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wigwam

 

[ หˆwษชษก.wษ‘หm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเค—เคตเคพเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะณะฒะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฆใ‚ฃใ‚ฐใƒฏใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ…์™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆูŠุบูˆุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ปดๆ ผ็“ฆๅง†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะธะณะฒะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ˜แƒ’แƒ•แƒแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wigwam

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.