pow-wow
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A ritual conducted by a Native American shaman.
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A Native American shaman.
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A Native American council or meeting.
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A short, private conference.
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A large gathering during which Indigenous songs and dances are showcased for an audience, essentially a recital or concert. Often also doubles as a fundraiser, or can be held in conjunction with a non-indigneous fair or exhibition in order to attract a large crowd, as at the Calgary Stampede and K-Days.
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(of Native Americans) To hold a meeting; to gather together in council.
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(of Native Americans and by extension other groups, such as the Pennsylvania Dutch) To conduct a ritual in which magic is used.
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To hold a private conference.
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