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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A rounded or conical tent of reindeer hide, the traditional mobile home of some nomadic indigenous peoples of Russia.

Example

More examples

"A yaranga is a spherical dwelling similar to a yurt."

Etymology

From Russian яра́нга (jaránga), from Chukchi яраӈы.

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