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Meaning of wigwam

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

wigwam

Pronunciation:/ˈwɪɡwɑːm/

noun

Definitions

  1. A dwelling having an arched framework overlaid with bark, hides, or mats, used by Native Americans in the northeastern United States.

  2. (possibly obsolete) Any more or less similar dwelling used by indigenous people in other parts of the world.

verb

Definitions

  1. To dry (flax or straw) by standing it outside in the shape of a wigwam.