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Tepee

usgb/ˈtiːpiː/Volume
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Cultural HeritagePlay
The tepee is tied to the cultural identity of Native American peoples, which makes it a respectful term. SlideVisitors to the reservation admired the traditional tepee structures.
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Portable ShelterPlay
Tepees were designed to be moved easily, so they represent mobility and adaptability in historical contexts. SlideThe nomadic tribe moved their tepees to follow the bison herds.
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Historical UsePlay
The word 'tepee' can evoke images of historical native lifestyles, despite modern usage. SlideMuseums display tepees to illustrate historical Native American dwellings.