Bighouse
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 Alternative form of big house (“religious building of the Delaware Indians”). alt-of, alternative
"(Actually, there were several different styles of bighouses, including an underground one which was roofed over—a similar type of architecture is currently popular in some parts of the country as an energy-efficient house.)[…]Mask dancers may use the bighouse for some ceremonies and rituals, but may perform at functions anywhere."
Example
More examples"(Actually, there were several different styles of bighouses, including an underground one which was roofed over—a similar type of architecture is currently popular in some parts of the country as an energy-efficient house.)[…]Mask dancers may use the bighouse for some ceremonies and rituals, but may perform at functions anywhere."
Etymology
From big + house.
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