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powwow

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1. powwow - Noun

2. powwow - Verb

Meaning

To use conjuration, with noise and confusion, for the cure of disease, etc., as among the North American Indians.

Hence: To hold a noisy, disorderly meeting.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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In modern times the Crow still often decorate their clothing with intricate bead designs for powwow and everyday clothing. Source: Internet

Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister wants the federal government to clarify rules governing large gatherings in Indigenous communities after Lake Manitoba First Nation announced plans to proceed with a powwow in June. Source: Internet

Names Young Lakota shawl dancer taking a break at a powwow, 2013. Source: Internet

As a traditional powwow dancer, I learned many of my original moves watching Waukazoo high-step through Thursday night drum and dance practice at Oakland’s Friendship House. Source: Internet

Its newly built visitors and education center offers storytelling circles, powwow demonstrations and buffalo culture exhibits. Source: Internet

Many drums travel from powwow to powwow each week and are in high demand. Source: Internet

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