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powwow

Pronunciation: /ˈpaʊwaʊ/
Definition of powwow

noun

  • 1a North American Indian ceremony involving feasting and dancing.
  • 2a conference or meeting for discussion, especially among friends or colleagues.

verb

[no object] informal
  • hold a powwow; confer:news squads powwowed nervously

Origin:

early 17th century: from Narragansett powah, powwaw 'magician' (literally 'he dreams')

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