powwows

We have found lemma(root) word of powwows : powwow.

Definitions


[ˈpaʊwaʊ], (Noun)

Definitions:
- (among some Indigenous peoples of North America) a ceremony involving feasting, singing, and dancing

- a conference or meeting for discussion, especially among friends or colleagues


Phrases:

Origin:
early 17th century: from Narragansett powah, powwaw ‘magician’ (literally ‘he dreams’)


[ˈpaʊwaʊ], (Verb)

Definitions:
- meet or confer
(e.g: news squads powwowed nervously)


Phrases:

Origin:
early 17th century: from Narragansett powah, powwaw ‘magician’ (literally ‘he dreams’)




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