teepee
2 synonyms for teepee, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A cone-shaped tent traditionally used by Native American peoples of the Great Plains.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
tipi
tepee
How to use teepee
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pitch a teepee
teepee fire
Etymology
From the Lakota word thipi, combining thi ("to dwell") with a plural ending, together meaning roughly "they dwell" or simply "house".
Full origin of teepee →Frequently asked questions
What does “teepee” mean?
The word “teepee” means a cone-shaped tent traditionally used by Native American peoples of the Great Plains. In plain terms, a cone-shaped tent, or a cone of sticks arranged the same way to start a fire.
How do you pronounce “teepee”?
“Teepee” is pronounced TEE-pee (/ˈtiːpi/ in IPA).
How do you use “teepee” in a sentence?
Here is “teepee” used in a sentence: “The museum had a full-size teepee on display.”
What part of speech is “teepee”?
“Teepee” is a noun.
How many meanings does “teepee” have?
“Teepee” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cone-shaped tent traditionally used by Native American peoples of the Great Plains.
