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Tiyospaye

Definition:

Tiyospaye is a Lakota (Sioux) word that refers to a social unit or extended family band within Native American communities. It signifies a group of people bound by blood or marriage who live together and share resources, responsibilities, and ceremonies.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. The tiyospaye was responsible for organizing the annual powwow.
  2. Our tiyospaye gathers around the sacred fire for storytelling.

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