Powwow

Scrabble:17 ptsWWF:18 pts6 letters
Definition of Powwow

noun

  1. A ritual conducted by a Native American shaman.
  2. A Native American shaman.
  3. A Native American council or meeting.
  4. A short, private conference.
  5. A large gathering during which Indigenous songs and dances are showcased for an audience, essentially a recital or concert. Often also doubles as a fundraiser, or can be held in conjunction with a non-indigneous fair or exhibition in order to attract a large crowd, as at the Calgary Stampede and K-Days.

verb

  1. (of Native Americans) To hold a meeting; to gather together in council.
  2. (of Native Americans and by extension other groups, such as the Pennsylvania Dutch) To conduct a ritual in which magic is used.
  3. To hold a private conference.
Anagrams of Powwow

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Word Validity & Sources

SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024

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About the Word "Powwow"

Powwow is a 6-letter word that scores 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends.

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