tribe

Meanings

• noun

  A social group consisting of descendants or members belonging to a common ancestry, religion, language, or dialect, or occupying a particular territory.

  - "The Maasai tribe is known for its distinctive customs and dress."
  - "The Inuit tribe lived in the Arctic region for thousands of years."

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Pronunciation

1. /tɹaɪb/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1750021"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with tribe
hive , jive , rive , wive

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Variants

List of all variants of tribe that leads to same result
tribe , tribes , sub-tribe , sub-tribes , subtribe , subtribes

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'tribe' comes from the Old English word 'trīpe' or 'treow', meaning 'people' or 'kin'.

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Trivia

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1. The San Bushmen of Southern Africa are considered the world's oldest continuous tribe.

2. The Cherokee tribe was the largest Native American tribe in terms of population before European contact.

3. The Maasai tribe is known for its iconic red clothing and elaborate body adornments.

4. The Eskimo tribe is actually made up of several distinct groups, each with its own unique language and culture.

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Related Concepts

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1. Clan: A group of people descended from a common ancestor, often extended family members.

2. Nation: A large group of people sharing a common language, culture, history, and political organization.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Throughout history, tribes have played a significant role in shaping human civilization. They have been the building blocks of communities and have contributed to the development of various arts, literature, and traditions.

How to Memorize "tribe"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a group of people wearing traditional clothing and living in a communal setting.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tribe' with the idea of a close-knit community.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym T-R-I-B-E to remember the meaning: 'Together, Respecting, Interacting, Belonging, and Engaged'.

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