Meaning of the word powwow in English
What does powwow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
powwow
US /ˈpaʊ.waʊ/
UK /ˈpaʊ.waʊ/
Noun
1.
a social gathering held by North American Indigenous people, typically featuring dancing, singing, and feasting
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The annual tribal powwow attracted visitors from all over the region.
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We learned about traditional dances at the powwow.
2.
a meeting or gathering, especially an informal one for discussion
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Let's have a quick powwow to discuss the new project.
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The team held a daily powwow to coordinate their tasks.
Verb
to hold a meeting or discussion
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The managers decided to powwow before making a final decision.
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We need to powwow about the budget cuts.