powwows

/P AW1 W AW0 Z/

noun

1
A ritual conducted by a Native American shaman.
2
A Native American shaman.
3
A Native American council or meeting.
4
A short, private conference.
5
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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