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teepee
This term refers specifically to the conical dwellings of the Indigenous peoples of the Great Plains. While often used generically in casual conversation to describe any pointed tent, it carries a specific cultural and historical weight tied to nomadic lifestyles and traditional craftsmanship.
Spelling variations are common, with "tipi" being the preferred spelling in many academic and Indigenous contexts to more accurately reflect the phonetic origins of the word. It is distinct from a wigwam, which is typically dome-shaped and more permanent in structure.
Meanings
Examples
The tribe set up a large teepee in the center of the camp.
We spent the night in a cozy teepee under the stars.
The wind howled against the canvas walls of the teepee.
I wonder how they managed to transport a teepee across the plains.
The children built a small teepee out of blankets and chairs in the living room.
A single fire burned inside the teepee to keep the family warm.
The nomadic warriors rested within their teepee before the dawn.